Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Why WestJet :

Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.

Join us and love where you’re going.

We are actively accepting applications for Calgary, Edmonton, Montreal, Ottawa, Regina, Saskatoon, and Vancouver locations.

We are accepting applications for future consideration for Halifax, Kelowna,Toronto, Victoria and Winnipeg locations.

This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.

Looking for the ideal aviation career? Join our highly skilled team as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer and contribute to the safe and efficient daily maintenance on our fleet of aircraft- Boeing 787, 737 NG, 737 MAX and De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400).

As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a dynamic team using your troubleshooting and problem-solving skills while making safety a top priority.

As part of our team, you’ll embody teamwork and integrity while upholding WestJet's core values.

Are you ready for your next adventure? Ensure you meet the following requirements :

Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Licence required (M2 preferred)

Minimum 2 years’ experience and / or endorsed on Boeing 737 and / or 787 and / or Q400, or equivalent type of aircraft is preferred

Proven technical aptitude with strong airframe, powerplant, and flight control experience required

Legally entitled to work in Canada (must hold a Canadian Passport or Permanent Residency and / or open work permit with PR card in process)

Must be able to obtain Radio Licence within 6 months of employment

The physical ability to lift 62lbs and be able to sit, kneel and stand for extended periods of time

Ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and in a noisy workspace

Ability to maintain a positive fit test to wear all safety and protective equipment including (but not limited) to a respirator apparatus

Flexibility to work shift work (evenings,overnights, weekends and holiday shifts) including overtime when necessary

Must be able to travel for situations where base coverage and / or rescue trips are required

Strong computer knowledge and skills using various Maintenance programs and Microsoft Office Applications

Successful candidates will be required to meet the following conditions of employment :

Technical Aviation diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution required

Obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) issued by Transport Canada

Obtain and maintain Airside Vehicle Operators Permits (AVOP). Must have a valid unrestricted Driver’s Licence and a clean driver’s abstract

Pre-employment assessment to measure physical ability and fit for position including audiometric testing

Clear police background and criminal record check

Offers of employment are conditional on passing a pre-employment alcohol and drug screening test including Alcohol, Psychoactive Substances, Illicit Drugs and Cannabis

Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications that exceed the minimum requirements.