Junior Specialist, Flight Operations Engineering (Temporary 12 months)

The Junior Specialist Flight Operations Engineering is a member of the Flight Operations Engineering team which manages and analyzes aircraft performance and provides technical support to flight operations in the development of procedures and policies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

The person participates in the analysis of operational data and in the implementation of new tools that enhance the efficiency of flight operations. They also contributes with the team to the management of the aircraft database and to maintaining existing tools up to date in order to ensure flight safety.

Main Responsibilities

The main tasks are:

• Support the electronic flight bag system administration including the hardware and software management. He provides support to the users;
• Coordinate the quality assurance process for data collected by Flight Operations;

In addition other Flight Operations Engineering tasks may be assigned:

• Maintain the aircraft performance weight and balance calculation software;
• Monitor aircraft fuel consumption and calculates the performance factor used for flight planning purposes;
• Explore new fuel efficiency initiatives and monitors existing initiatives through flight data analysis;
• Maintain the content of Flight Operations databases;
• Communicate with suppliers regarding EFB tools;
• Develop methodologies tools and databases to continuously improve the safety and efficiency of flight operations;
• Participate to any task of the flight operations engineering department as required in matters involving aircraft performance weight & balance fuel efficiency or other related topics.

Qualifications :

• University degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering aeronautical technician diploma or relevant experience in the aviation field;
• Relevant experience in the aviation industry or equivalent is an asset;
• Experience in airline operations is an asset;
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills in both French and English;
• Strong analytical skills and good work methodology;
• Proficiency with office productivity tools;
• Knowledge of Apple products (e.g. iPad);
• Fluency in French and English (spoken and written)*.

*Good knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. The incumbent will be required to communicate frequently in English both orally and in writing with colleagues clients and other stakeholders in Quebec and internationally.

Additional Information :

Employment Equity

At Transat we foster an environment where inclusiveness respect and equity reign. We endeavour to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers as well as the communities to which we travel. We encourage women members of visible minorities ethnic minorities aboriginal peoples as well as people with disabilities to submit their candidacy. Transat will accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation please contact us in order to work together in meeting adequately your needs. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time