MQ-9B RPAS Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Evergreen)
On-site · Greenwood, Nova Scotia, Canada
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Technician to support the MQ-9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) program. Responsibilities include inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and testing aircraft systems, removing and replacing components, completing technical records, and conducting flight line servicing operations. The role requires shift work, travel for essential training, and compliance with safety, quality, and airworthiness standards. The ideal candidate must have an aviation maintenance diploma, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License, and at least 5 years of relevant experience while being a capable team player.
Required Qualifications
- Transport Canada approved Aviation Technician - Aircraft Maintenance or Avionics Maintenance Diploma or Canadian Forces Aviation (AVN) Technician or Avionics (AVS) Technician Qualification
- Possession of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License with an M1, M2 or E rating or be a Canadian Forces Journeyman Aviation (AVN) Technician or Avionics (AVS) Technician
- At least 5 years of first- and second-line aircraft maintenance related experience
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to meet the RCAF deployable fitness criteria
- Eligibility to work in Canada as a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or with a valid Work Permit
- Capable of obtaining and maintaining both Controlled Goods Clearance and a NATO secret security clearance
Additional Requirements
- Role requires being deployed with the RCAF to expeditionary locations around the globe and to a forward operating location in the arctic in support of MQ-9B operations
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