Jet Engine Technician Jobs

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Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, has an exciting new opportunity for a Jet Engine Technician. The successful incumbent will provide 2nd line J85-CAN-40 engine maintenance & Test Cell support to RCAF 431 Squadron. Please note this position is based out of the Canadian Forces Base in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.

Essential Responsibilities

• Participate in Mobile Repair Parties (MRPs) as required
• Carry out assigned J85-CAN-40 engine inspections including periodic inspections, out of sequence inspections (OSIs), engine build-up/tear down & special inspections, modifications in accordance with applicable maintenance publications
• Prepare technical documents (UCR’s, messages, incident reports, draft MOD, SI, etc.) for submission through 431 Sqn AMCRO
• Perform shop housekeeping duties
• Provide on-the-job training to 431 Squadron personnel
• Carry out build-up & post test cell build-up of engines, test cell engine runs, functional testing, adjustments & snag rectification IAW applicable maintenance publications
• Liaise with 431 Sqn AMCRO & LCMM
• Assist in annual test cell calibrations
• Provide weekly engine status updates to 431 Sqn Log Control
• Complete all maintenance forms completely & correctly
• Carry out inspection & build-up / tear down of J85-CAN-40 engines and jet pipe assemblies, IAW applicable maintenance publications
• Travel 1-2 times per calendar year

Position Requirements

• Ability to work with minimal supervision, set priorities, multi-task, work independently and as part of a team
• Working knowledge of DND protocol on military bases in Canada
• Must be able to gain high level, security clearance in order to work on DND bases
• Interpretation of maintenance publication, drawings and technical data
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of engine test cell procedures and inspection procedures
• College diploma – Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent
• Minimum 1-3 yrs. experience aircraft maintenance preferably J85-CAN-40 jet engine
• Clearly understand end user requirements with the DND operational environment
• Good computer skills

Why Magellan?

• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Positive work-life balance
• Attractive benefits package (fully Company paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive salary
• Generous Company pension plan

COVID-19 Protocol:

Magellan Aerospace is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for our employees. Magellan supports public health COVID-19 guidelines and encourages employees to get vaccinated. Although mandates are not a requirement at Magellan, this may be subject to change and offers of employment may be contingent on vaccination status with respect to changes in legislation.

Confidentiality

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