Aircraft Maintenance Engineer M1M2 Resident or Rotational YVR

Summit Air is one of Canadas most respected northern aviation operators. Based in Yellowknife NT we deliver safe reliable passenger charter cargo and specialized aviation solutions to clients across Canada and beyond.

With one of the most diverse fleets in the industry including the Avro RJ jet aircraft as well as the ATR Dash 8 and Dornier 228 we operate in some of the most demanding environments in the world.

Working at Summit Air means more than maintaining aircraft. Youll join a close-knit team focused on safety quality and getting the job done while living and working in one of Canadas most unique northern communities.

Interested Join our team in Vancouver BC by applying today!

The Opportunity

As a licensed M1/M2 AME with one or more years of experience on large aircraft youre ready for a role that gives you real autonomy a diverse fleet to work on and colleagues who take safety as seriously as you do.

This role is intended to be some cases rotational schedules may be considered depending on operational needs and business requirements. For employees on rotation Summit will provide all flights accommodation and per diem.

What youll do

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance inspections and repairs on fleet aircraft in accordance with Transport Canada standards of airworthiness and company procedures.

• Sign maintenance releases and accept responsibility for work performed in accordance with your licence privileges.

• Troubleshoot aircraft systems and diagnose complex defects applying sound judgement and technical skill.

• Ensure all replacement parts are inspected and properly certified prior to installation.

• Maintain accurate and thorough maintenance records defect reports and technical logs.

• Participate in Summit Airs Safety Management System (SMS) and Quality Assurance programs.

• Mentor apprentice AMEs and junior technicians where applicable.

• Maintain a clean organised and safe work environment in the hangar and on the line.

• Support the Maintenance Controller in planning and scheduling maintenance activities.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid Transport Canada M1 and/or M2 AME licence.

• Minimum one year of experience working on large multi-engine aircraft.

• Strong working knowledge of aircraft systems including airframes powerplants hydraulics pneumatics electrical and environmental systems.

• Ability to read interpret and work from maintenance manuals airworthiness directives and technical documentation.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety quality and regulatory compliance.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a remote or rotational environment.

• Valid drivers licence.

Preferred

• Experience on multi-engine aircraft types particularly the Avro RJ ATR Dash 8 (DHC-8) or Dornier 228 (D228)

• Canadian Armed Forces aviation technician (or equivalent) background military-equivalent credentials are welcomed and will be considered.

• Experience working in northern remote or rotational aviation environments.

• Corrosion control experience and knowledge.

Compensation & benefits

We offer a competitive total compensation package including:

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience and licence category discuss details with our team during the interview process).

• Benefit from annual profit-sharing bonuses aligned with individual and organizational success with additional merit-based salary growth.

• Rating premiums and shift premiums where applicable.

• Comprehensive benefits from date of hire - extended health dental vision prescription drugs life insurance and short- and long-term disability.

• RRSP/pension matching program.

• Paid travel accommodation and per diem for all rotational employees fully company-funded.

• Uniform outerwear and required PPE provided.

• Type training and ongoing endorsement opportunities

Career Development & Training

At Summit Air were committed to investing in our people. We actively support our AMEs in gaining new endorsements and advancing their careers. Youll have access to:

• Type training on new aircraft types as they are introduced to the fleet.

• Internal mentorship and knowledge-sharing from experienced engineers.

• A genuine pathway to Crew Chief and supervisory roles for high performers.

• A safety culture that treats every team members input as valuable.

What Will Your first 90 days Look Like

• Week 12: Structured onboarding at our Yellowknife base including SMS orientation base familiarisation fleet introduction and introductions to the maintenance and operations teams.

• Weeks 36: Supervised line familiarisation on Summit Airs aircraft types with mentorship from a senior AME.

• By 90 days: Full integration into the maintenance schedule with autonomy appropriate to your licence and experience.

Additional Information

Summit Air a member of the Ledcor Group of Companies delivers customized fleet and aviation solutions safely and reliably to support Canadas North and beyond. We have one of the largest and most diverse fleets in the industry. From moving cargo to transferring passengers to recreational flights for adventurers seeking to discover the North we are a one-stop solution. Learn more at

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers Canadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity equity and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals regardless of race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcors Inclusion and Diversity initiatives please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.