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Priority and Employment Equity Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Mtis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. City: Ottawa Organizational Unit: Aerospace Classification: TO-3 Tenure: Continuing Language Requirements: English Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require fulltime physical presence at the NRC work location identified. Position Overview We are looking for an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer to support our Aerospace Research Centre. The incumbent will perform and ensure proper completion of applicable maintenance activities related to aircraft. This includes the installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of aircraft systems (mechanical, electrical, and others). He/she will troubleshoot and rectify applicable aircraft system defects using standard or specialized test equipment as well as ensure aircraft documentation is complete and accurate. The incumbent will also carry out duties as per the appropriate maintenance control manual and ensure conformity to Transport Canada regulatory standards. As required, the incumbent will assist the Aircraft Crew Chief in preparing aircraft for research flight operations, adhere to the Safety Management System Policy, provide training/guidance and oversight of the work of apprentices and accompany FRL aircraft on field deployments as required by operational commitments. Responsibilities Perform scheduled and unscheduled inspections, including inspections after abnormal occurrences Maintain aircraft systems, including troubleshooting and rectification of defects Conduct airworthiness directive and service bulletin work Document activities in aircraft logbooks and related technical records Carry out installations in accordance with drawings and applicable procedures Manage weight and balance control procedures Support the implementation of the Safety Management System Assist in preparation of aircraft for research flight operations and accompany FRL aircraft on field deployments Qualifications Education Graduation from an accredited college meeting Transport Canada requirements for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer training in the mechanical specialty Hold an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M licence issued by Transport Canada ICAO Type 2 Licence may also be accepted, however a Transport Canada AME M Licence must be obtained within 12 months Experience Significant experience as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer on a variety of aircraft types Assets Experience in a military or civil flight test environment Experience in an organization that performs major modifications or repairs to civil or military aircraft Rotarywing maintenance experience including typespecific training on Bell Medium helicopters Experience on aircraft similar to those operated by NRC (Convair580, DassaultFalcon20, TwinOtter, CanadairCT133(T33), HarvardMkIV, Bell205, Bell206, Bell412) Experience with avionics installation and/or maintenance Condition of Employment Secret clearance required; a thorough security clearance process will be applied Must obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) from the Ottawa Airport Pass Control Office Language Requirements English Assessment Criteria Technical Competencies Solid knowledge of performing scheduled and unscheduled inspections, including abnormal occurrence inspections Solid knowledge of researching, evaluating, and completing airworthiness directive and service bulletin requirements Solid knowledge of troubleshooting and rectification of aircraft system defects Solid knowledge of aircraft logbook entries and technical documentation Solid knowledge of carrying out installations in accordance with drawings Solid knowledge of weight and balance control procedures Basic knowledge of Safety Management System principles and practices as defined by Transport Canada Civil Aviation Behavioural Competencies Communication (Level2) Teamwork (Level2) Initiative (Level2) Results orientation (Level2) Client focus (Level2) Compensation & Benefits From$66,126to$91,012per annum. NRC employees enjoy a widerange of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your wellbeing throughout your career and beyond. Notes In 2025 the NRC was chosen as one of Canadas Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canadas Best Employer. Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRCs directives. A prequalified list may be established for similar positions for a oneyear period. Willingness to work in an environment that may include exposure to chemicals, dirt, noise, noxious odours, hazardous equipment, extreme temperatures, and/or working in awkward positions. Extended hours, overtime, occasional weekend and statutory holiday work may be required. This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously, however first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants. Occasional national and international travel may be required. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application. The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times. #J-18808-Ljbffr