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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - ACA

@ Calm Air

Winnipeg, Manitoba

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Overview

Calm Air is hiring a full-time Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in Winnipeg to maintain, inspect, test and diagnose faults on airframe, engine, propeller, rotor and electrical systems. The role involves shift work, field repairs at remote Manitoba and Nunavut locations, and requires a Transport Canada AME M2 licence and enhanced security clearance. Benefits include a registered pension plan with a 5% employer match, group benefits and three weeks' vacation after one year.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain, service, inspect and test aircraft airframe, engine and electrical systems
  • Document work and issue ACA release as required
  • Perform sheet metal work on aircraft and facilities
  • Travel to remote locations to make field repairs
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Requirements summary:

  • Graduate of an accredited aviation program
  • Valid Transport Canada AME M2 licence
  • Valid driver's licence and ability to lift 75 lbs
  • Ability to obtain and maintain enhanced security clearance
  • ATR, Boeing or Airbus endorsements an asset
  • Inuktitut or Inuinnaqtun an asset

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Benefits mentioned

DentalRetirement planPaid time off
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-11
First seen by our source
2026-11-12
Source record updated
2026-11-12

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Job details

DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening, weekends
Travelair: minimal · ground: moderate
Work settingHospital or clinic, Plant or factory, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 75 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsTransport Canada AME M2
Driver’s licencerequired
Encouraged to applyIndigenous peoples
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyAviation maintenance
Security clearanceEnhanced reliability
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Retirement plan

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Job description

Position Title: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Status: Full Time

Start Date: Immediately

Who We Are!

Calm Air International is a regional airline serving the Northern part of Central Canada. From its main bases in Winnipeg, Thompson and Churchill, Manitoba, and Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Calm Air operates frequent, daily scheduled passenger, charters, and cargo flights throughout Manitoba and the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut.

At Calm Air International LP, we value our customers, passengers, and the communities we serve. We are only as good as the employees who work with us. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized individuals, who work well in a fast-paced environment, to join our team! Want to learn more? Visit www.calmair.com.

About the Opportunity

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a group of high performing professionals? Do you like to work independently as well as part of a skilled team? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organized individual, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join the Calm Air family.

At Calm Air, work is about what you do AND where you go! This position will have the opportunity to share their skills at all our bases throughout Manitoba and Nunavut and gain experience at a wide range of facilities.

The sky is the limit!



What You'll Get to Do
Reporting directly to the Base Engineer and taking direction from the on-shift Crew Chief, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) maintains, services, inspects, tests, and undertakes fault diagnosis of airframe, engine (including propellers and rotors) and electrical systems, components, and accessories on aircraft.

  • Follow all procedures necessary for maintenance or repairs to the aircraft and equipment
  • Ensure all work carried out is properly documented in accordance with the Procedures manual
  • Provide the appropriate ACA release as required
  • Must always comply with all safety regulations
  • Maintain all Calm Air assigned training required within job role
  • Ensure that all items of work are listed, recorded, and signed out on the appropriate work card
  • Perform work procedures, while ensuring that approved methods and materials are used in a safe, efficient, and economical manner
  • Perform sheet metal activities on various aircraft and project undertaken at Calm Air Facilities
  • Travel to remote locations as needed to perform repairs in the field
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Hours of Work

  • Shift work is required and may include mornings/afternoons, evenings, and weekends

Skills & Experience We Value

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) an asset
  • Candidates must be graduates of an accredited aviation program
  • Must provide proof of a valid Transport Canada issued AME – M2 License
  • Endorsements on ATR, Boeing, Airbus considered an asset
  • Basic Computer skills (word, excel, office)
  • Knowledge of an airline’s operations an asset
  • Ability to prioritize tasks
  • Must be able to work independently or in a team setting
  • Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
  • Possess a valid driver’s license
  • Ability to lift 75lbs
  • Travel required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Security Clearance qualification
  • Inuktitut and/or Inuinnaqtun language considered an asset
  • Preference given to Inuit Land Claims Beneficiaries


The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Along with being one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, we are proud to provide a cooperative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package, Calm Air provides exceptional benefits which include:

  • Registered Pension Plan starting at 5% matched after one year of employment
  • Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan available upon hire with the exception of dental coverage which has a three month wait period
  • Eligible for travel pay when traveling
  • Entitled to three weeks vacation after one year
  • Airline travel and freight privileges
  • Corporate and family events
  • And more!

If This Sounds Like the Job for You, Contact Us!
At Calm Air, we value diversity and provide equal opportunities and accessibility for all qualified candidates. We encourage all members of a designated group or those requiring accessibility support to self-declare when applying. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the application process by emailing [email protected].

Please submit a resume in confidence by November 29, 2026.

We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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