AVIONICS - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our jet fleet consists of 17 aircraft: 1 Falcon 900EX, 1 Challenger 604, 2 Hawker 800A, 2 Gulfstream 150, 2 Lear 55, 4 Lear 45, 2 Lear 35; 1 Citation V Ultra (C560) and 2 Citation Sovereign (C680). We also have a fleet of 23 turboprop/piston aircraft including: 5 Beech 1900D, 4 Metro 23, 2 Metro II, 4 King Air B200, 1 King Air B350, 2 Cessna C208, 1 Cessna C208B, and 4 Piper Chieftain. Based on our fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a mod-ern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines.

We currently have an opportunity available for AVIONICS - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer. Reporting to the Production Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibili-ties which include, but are not limited to, the following:

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide sound maintenance to Sunwest Aviation and the customer aircraft fleet.

• Personal responsibility to workplace safety and active involvement with team members ensuring use of safe work practices.
• Adhere to the safety accountabilities as per Sunwest’s Safety Management System manual.
• Thorough familiarity with safety requirements and practice safe work habits

Active involvement with the HITS system.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Aircraft return to service in accordance with (IAW) Sunwest policy manuals and CARs.
• Provide oversight and maintain control of Avionics related aircraft projects.
• Manage Avionics installations, modifications, and equipment changes completed by Sunwest Aviation.
• Liaise with management regarding all functions of the Avionics shop.
• Manage Avionics shop tool calibration, parts inventory, and tool control.
• Inspect, test, repair and certify avionics components as allowed by the MCM. 
• Work away from base to support aircraft rescue or inspection as required.
• Liaise with vendor/ technical support teams regarding engineering/ repair data procurement and implementation.
• Technical records and other maintenance related research as required.
• Mentor, coach and teach apprentice Avionics Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and other entry level personnel.
• Maintain aircraft electronic systems and equipment, including communications, navigation, and autopilot equipment.
• Inspect and test aircraft electrical and avionics related systems to ensure they are in proper working order.
• Diagnose electrical malfunctions or other related problems in the aircraft as per technical manuals, engineering drawings or blueprints
• Disassemble aircraft systems and remove defective components.
• Assemble and/or install replacement electronic components as per technical manuals, drawings or blueprints.
• Record problems and the action taken to rectify them, maintaining an accurate record of the maintenance history of the aircraft.
• Complete aircraft configuration changes when required.
• Operate and maintain ground service equipment and tooling.
• Purchase order creation and parts receiving when required.
• Work with crew chief to complete Service Difficulty Reports when required.
• Maintain personal tool control in accordance with the General Procedures Manual.
• Assist with aircraft movement and wing walking.
• Ensure all required training is complete and up to date.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Crew Chief

Educational Qualifications & Credentials

• Transport Canada approved Avionics and Electronics Technology Program or Approved ICS correspondence.
• Transport Canada AME License Category E.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).
• Radio licence

Professional & Specific Expertise

• Ability to refer to and follow technical manuals, written in terse abbreviated language.
• Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
• Diagnostic skills requiring sound knowledge of aircraft electrical and avionics systems, and basic applied mechanics.
• Have a good understanding of CAR’s

Basic computer literacy and ability to work with Microsoft Office and Outlook.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competen-cies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position.

Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

Competencies Required for Effective Performance

• Mechanical aptitude is a necessity.
• Good literacy and numerical skills.

Problem solving skills are critical in handling challenging and complex aircraft system snags

• Good communication skills required, both verbal and written.
• Efficient, with good time management skills.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team environment.
• Good communication skills required, both verbal and written.
• Able to handle multiple tasks calmly.
• Self-motivated and the ability to take initiative.
• Ability to work in challenging “4 season” weather conditions.
• Demonstrate professionalism and respect in the workplace.
• Ability to provide and receive instructions and delegate accordingly.
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing shift rotation.

A valid Canadian passport or other approved means of travel international is an asset.

  ** CRITICAL POSITION POSTING**

Term of Employment: Full-time

Location: Calgary

Position Shift: 8 on 6 off, rotation days and nights

Competition Deadline: 2026-03-31

Date Posted: 2025-03-14

Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employ-ees, our partners and our community.

Sunwest Aviation is committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experi-ence of all candidates. We encourage all candidates to apply and the most qualified candidate will be offered the position.

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