Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Heavy - Avionics (Licensed)

Salary (pay basis)\: $35.52-$58.34 hourly The opportunity

With five major maintenance bases across the country—including our Heavy Maintenance facility in Halifax and Line Maintenance bases in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, and Vancouver—Jazz offers Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) the opportunity to work with a dedicated team that prioritizes safety, professionalism, and technical excellence. Our AMEs play a critical role in keeping our fleet operating safely and reliably, and we take pride in fostering an environment where your expertise is valued and your work truly matters.

If you’re a Licensed AME who takes pride in safety, technical accuracy, and working as part of a dependable, professional team, you’ll find a strong fit with Jazz’s heavy maintenance division - Jazz Technical Services (JTS). You must bring a commitment to precision; a focus on maintaining aircraft to the highest regulatory and Company standards; and dedication to contributing to a safe, efficient, and collaborative maintenance environment. Are you looking for a workplace where your expertise is respected, your development is supported, and your career can continue to progress? If this aligns with your goals, we welcome you to join our award winning team in Halifax.

Key responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Crew Chief or ACA perform inspection(s) and assist with dismantling, assembly, repair and/or overhaul of aircraft systems and components on Company aircraft.
• Troubleshoot aircraft defects, identify root causes and determine appropriate corrective actions in accordance with approved maintenance data and procedures.
• Perform assigned maintenance tasks to maintain aircraft airworthiness in compliance with approved maintenance data, Company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Identify, document, and report aircraft defects or other issues affecting safety, serviceability, or operational status.
• Support and mentor Apprentices as required.
• Perform duties in accordance with established policies and procedures while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers and customers.
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Required qualifications

• Valid Transport Canada AME License Category E.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).
• Valid Canadian-issued driver’s license with no restrictions or conditions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP).
• Willing and able to work varying shifts.
• English language fluency or working knowledge. (Must be able to communicate effectively with English-speaking teams at their base and across the country).

Preferred qualifications

• Current Transport Canada endorsement on a Jazz aircraft type.