Aircraft Maintenance/Structures (ACS - AME-S) Technician

About Us :

Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the Rotary and Mission Systems business area, where employees across Canada support engineering, systems integration, training, sustainment and in-service support programs for Canadian and international military customers across land, air and sea.

Specific Job Description :

The chosen applicant will be responsible for conducting aircraft structural maintenance, repair and modification on the RCAF CC130J Hercules Fleet operated and maintained at 8 Wing Trenton.  This position will work directly with the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Contractor Field Office (CFO) at Trenton.

• Perform repairs on aircraft structural components. This will include, but not be limited to, the assessment of damage, control of corrosion, repairs, modification and replacement of aircraft structures and structural components using recognized techniques and specialized tools and equipment.

• Resolve all defects/unserviceabilities including disassembly, replacement and reassembly; and related systems support such as disturbed systems checks and functional checks. according to specifications, technical drawings, manuals and procedures;

• Perform routine maintenance;

• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor; and

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Required skills, qualifications and experience :

• Must meet one of the following eligibility streams:

  1. hold a current Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) “S” license, or

  2. be qualified as an Aircraft Structures Technician (ACS) with the Canadian Forces, and held a minimum Level A authorization.

• Have a minimum of 6 months experience on heavy aircraft within the last 24 months.

• Basic to detailed knowledge of aircraft structures and structural components, inspection techniques, damage assessment, aircraft materials and hardware, use of special tools and equipment. Knowledge of corrosion control techniques and paint or coating systems.

• Must be capable of reading and interpreting technical documentation such as technical manuals, drawings and technical data packages, engineering dispositions and instructions and associated data.

• Must demonstrate a compliant and skilled level of proficiency, which is acquired by course or on the job training and practical experience, for authorization of Maintenance Release (DND – Level A), and must demonstrate a detailed understanding of airworthiness requirements for authorization to perform airworthiness functions.

• Must have a valid Ontario Driver’s License.

• Ability to travel and work on or off-site Mobile Repair Parties.

• Ability to work shift work as required.

Desired skills, qualifications and experience :

• Completed C130J Hercules type course and qualified on-type;

• Hold a current C130J Hercules endorsement/authorization.

• Basic to detailed knowledge in carrying out instructions, accessing and using applicable electrical technical manuals and general wiring practices standards 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Customer focused

• Military experience