Specific Aircraft Assigned Engineer

Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern 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 a Specific Aircraft Assigned Engineer. Reporting to the Director of Maintenance, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following: Duties and Responsibilities: Objectives: Maintain customer specific aircraft to the highest standard 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 Hazardous Information Tracking System. Aircraft return to service in accordance with (IAW) Sunwest policy manuals and CARs. Primary maintenance contact for Sunwest Ops and Pilots. Provide oversight and maintain control of specific aircraft inspection projects. Responsible for all routine and line maintenance on specific aircraft. Available and responsible for all departures and arrivals Coordinate aircraft charter departure support if unavailable. Responsible for specific aircraft warranty and maintenance program administration. Communicate with Production Manager and Controller/planner regarding upcoming maintenance. Maintain aircraft away from base as required. Aircraft will be positioned in YYJ periodically. This position is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days per year. Responsible for Technical Dispatch of specified aircraft. Communicate with Crew Chief on duty regarding current serviceability of the aircraft ensuring the Sunwest Maintenance Passover is up to date. Record problems and the action taken to rectify them, maintaining an accurate record of the maintenance history of the aircraft using specific aircraft computerized maintenance program (WinAir, CAMP, CMP, etc.). Assist in the selection and maintenance of recommended specific aircraft spares. Responsible for ordering aircraft parts as required to the allowable set limit. In conjunction with flight crews, plan/ oversee/ perform specific aircraft grooming. Coordinate additional services as required from Sunwest Aviation through the Production Manager. Diagnose malfunctions or other problems in the aircraft or in mechanical components or systems including engines, hydraulic systems, flight control systems and fuel systems, as per technical manuals, drawings, or blueprints. Disassemble aircraft systems and remove defective components. Assemble and/or install replacement parts, components, and structures, as per technical manuals, engineering drawings or blueprints. Mentor, coach and teach apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineers and other entry level personnel. Liaise with vendor/ technical support teams regarding engineering/ repair data procurement and implementation. Assist with Technical Support for AOG situations worldwide. Work away from base to support aircraft rescue or inspection as required. Technical records and other maintenance related research as required. Complete Aircraft Inspections, Service Checks, Base Inspection, L-Check, and other daily inspection tasks. Complete aircraft configuration changes as required. Operate and maintain ground service equipment and tooling. Purchase order creation and parts receiving when required. Work with Production Manager/ QA to complete Service Difficulty Reports when required. Maintain personal tool control in accordance with the Ge…

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