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Aircraft Technician - Mechanics Open to Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Mechanics graduates from SAIT, Okanagan College, Mohawk College, BCIT, or Fanshawe College Location: Calgary, AB Please include your current academic transcripts with your application* Kickstart Your Career in Aircraft Manufacturing! Are you a soontobe graduate from an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Mechanics (or a similar discipline) looking to launch your career in aerospace? Join our team and work handson with the worldclass DHC515 Firefighter (Waterbomber) in a stateoftheart manufacturing facility in Calgary, Alberta. Were hiring motivated Aircraft Technician Mechanics to support production and major modifications on De Havilland aircraft. What Youll Be Doing: Assemble and install mechanical systems, components, and structures (e.g., engines, landing gears, hydraulic systems) based on blueprints, schematics, and assembly instructions. Fit, adjust, and align mechanical parts such as engine mounts, flight control surfaces, and other systems, ensuring proper placement and alignment. Install and connect various aircraft systems like fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical/mechanical interfaces in accordance with manufacturing standards and procedures. Perform quality checks on assembled components to ensure they meet engineering specifications and regulatory standards. Conduct functional tests to confirm proper operation. Interpret and apply blueprints, technical drawings and specifications to complete maintenance tasks, raising any questions or discrepancies to the Lead Hand. Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring tools and equipment are properly cared for and organized. Disassemble components for inspection, record discrepancies, and recommend appropriate repair methods, documenting all findings and actions taken. Install, rig, and test mechanical systems following manufacturer guidelines, ensuring all work is completed to high safety and quality standards. Assist with troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical issues, providing recommendations for corrective actions. Use specialized tools, such as torque wrenches, rivet guns, and precision measuring instruments, to perform mechanical assembly and installation. Maintain clear and detailed records of work performed, parts used, and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant with industry standards. Perform additional duties as assigned, with the flexibility to adjust to operational demands including shift work as needed. Who You Are: A soontobe graduate from an AME Program from SAIT, Okanagan College, Mohawk College, or Fanshawe College. Eager to gain realworld experience and build your skills in a professional manufacturing setting. Comfortable working from technical documentation and following detailed instructions. A team player who thrives in collaborative, handson environments. Detailoriented, organized, and able to work safely with tools and equipment. Physically able to work at heights or in confined spaces when required. What Youll Gain: Direct experience in aircraft manufacturing on iconic De Havilland platforms. Mentorship from experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technicians. Exposure to realtime production goals, industry standards, and best practices. The opportunity to kickstart your aerospace career in a highperformance team setting. Benefits Competitive wages Paid vacation Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical) Life insurance RRSP/DPSP Plan Employee and family assistance program Health & Safety As a member of DHC, you are expected to maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety policies and perform key physical tasks described in the job description and interview process. This may include working in a variety of environmental conditions, such as temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals. You are required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required. Equal Opportunity At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. We will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. Any information relating to the need for accommodation will be addressed confidentially. Background Check Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of satisfactory background checks, which may include proof of legal work eligibility in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background, and criminal background checks. #J-18808-Ljbffr