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Aircraft Technician Mechanic (ACA)

@ L3Harris Technologies

Petawawa, Ontario

$91k–$141k/yr
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Overview

L3Harris Technologies is hiring a licensed aircraft maintenance technician (AME or MRA) for its MAS Petawawa site, working under Boeing accreditation on CH-147 Chinook helicopters. The role opens with a three-month paid training program toward CH-147 type certification, on a day shift. The posting states compensation of $91,000 to $141,000 CDN annually, and accommodation, vehicle and per diem may be provided for candidates travelling from farther away.

Pay:

$91,000–$141,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Routine servicing of assigned aircraft
  • Scheduled maintenance up to CMS 3 and CMS 4 inspections
  • Unscheduled maintenance and troubleshooting
  • Emergent work, special inspections and repairs
  • Maintenance records in DRMIS

Requirements summary:

  • Licensed AME or MRA with Maintenance Release Authority
  • College diploma in pre-flight mechanics or equivalent
  • Chinook experience an asset
  • Bilingualism an asset
  • Eligibility for Controlled Goods Program
  • Eligibility for Reliability status and Level 2 (Secret) clearance

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Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors

Employer posting date
2026-10-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-09
Source record updated
2026-11-03

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish, French
Licences & certificationsAME, MRA, Transport Canada qualification
Background checksdrug and alcohol
EducationCollege diploma (required)
Fields of studyPre-flight mechanics
Security clearanceSecret
Perks mentionedPaid training

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L3Harris Technologies

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Full company description

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Visit L3Harris.com for more information.

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Reported office locations
  • 1025 W. NASA Boulevard, Melbourne, Florida 32919, US
Business categories
  • Information Technology
  • National Security
  • Business Development
  • Commercial
  • Industrial
  • Aerospace
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • L3Harris Technologies
  • L3HHCM20
  • Harris
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Reported total investment
2,250,000,000

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Visit L3Harris.com for more information.

FieldValue
IndustryDefense and Space Manufacturing
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersMelbourne, Florida
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance D - ACA Mechanic
Job Location: Petawawa, ON
Job Code: 44943
Job Schedule: Day Shift
Compensation Range: Between $91,000 - $141,000 CDN annually

We are seeking a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AME or MRA). This position will begin with a three-month paid training program leading to a CH-147 type certification. The technician will receive on-site support from the current L3Harris MAS Petawawa Site Lead and will work under the official accreditation of our primary client, Boeing. The Mechanical Technician is responsible for performing mechanical work as well as other complex inspection and maintenance tasks to prepare aircraft for flight or for customer acceptance.

Accommodation, vehicle, and per diem may be provided for candidates travelling from farther away. Details to be discussed based on individual needs and circumstances.

Essential Functions:

Within the Contractor Maintenance Support and Inspections, the Technicians will be available to complete:

  • Routine servicing requirements for aircraft assigned to or augmented by the CMT;
  • Scheduled (Preventive) maintenance requirements up to, and including, the CMS 3 (200 hour) and CMS 4 (400 hour) inspections for aircraft assigned to the CMT;
  • Unscheduled (Corrective) maintenance requirements and troubleshooting for aircraft assigned to the CMT;
  • Emergent work, including Special Inspections (SIs), modifications, Out of Sequence Inspections (OSIs), Non-Standard Repairs (NSRs), deferred defects and other non-routine requirements for aircraft assigned to the CMT on agreement between the Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Officer (SAMEO) (or designate) and CFO (Contractor Field Office) Manager (or designate);
  • Create, maintain, and update maintenance records within the Defense Resource Management Information System (DRMIS). DND shall provide training, mentoring and access (terminal / log-in) ;
  • Tear down, assessment, preparation for use, and repair of off aircraft components that affect the CMT’s assigned aircraft;
  • Any other related tasks as requested by the customer.

Qualifications:

  • The Technician shall have the capability to complete, sign and perform Maintenance Release Authority (MRA), conducted in accordance with the restrictions within the Buyer’s Maintenance Process Manual (MPM);
  • The Technician shall follow the established Main Operating Base (MOB) tool control processes when checking out, using, and returning tools;
  • The Technician shall be trained, qualified, and authorized in accordance with Buyer’s Maintenance Process Manual (MPM) to meet the requirements and ensure ongoing AMO Accreditation is maintained;
  • College diploma in pre-flight mechanics or an equivalent military or Transport Canada qualification;
  • Experience on the Chinook helicopter (an asset);
  • Bilingualism;
  • Dynamic and innovative, and motivated by technical challenges; and
  • Well-organized, autonomous, with strong analytical abilities.

Operational requirements:

  • Must be eligible for registration to the Controlled Goods Program; and
  • Must be eligible to obtaining and maintaining the government of Canada’s “Reliability” status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance.

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue, 48,000 employees and customers in more than 100 countries. L3Harris.com

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

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