Aeronautical Structures Engineer

Description

Are you ready to take off toward new opportunities and a future without limits?

Nolinor Aviation is strengthening its maintenance engineering capabilities and is looking for a highly motivated Aeronautical Structures Engineer to lead the establishment of an internal structural engineering group dedicated to the B737. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing organization and contribute directly to the safe, efficient and compliant operation of one of the largest Boeing 737-200/300/400 fleets in North America.

Reporting to the Director of Maintenance, the Aeronautical Structures Engineer will be responsible for providing structural engineering support across the B737 fleet. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing internal structural engineering capabilities, with the long-term objective of obtaining TCCA Design Approval Representative (DAR/DER) accreditation for Nolinor. This recognition will help accelerate approved repair creation, reduce downtime and improve operational responsiveness.

This strategic role is well suited to an engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, providing technical field support and developing a new capability within the company.

Responsibilities

Main responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for assessment of structural damage, execution of repairs and tracking of repairs on the B737 Classic fleet (-200/-300/-400).
• Develop, review and approve structural repair schemes in accordance with OEM documentation, industry standards and Transport Canada (TCCA) regulations.
• Liaise with Boeing, MRO facilities and regulatory authorities to coordinate repair approvals, AMOCs, and engineering issue resolution.
• Create and maintain internal structural engineering procedures, documentation and technical standards.
• Support heavy maintenance visits and field operations by providing real-time technical guidance for structural repairs.
• Oversee the development of Nolinor's internal structural engineering program with the long-term goal of establishing a TCCA-approved DER/DAR function.
• Perform root cause analyses for structural defects and recurring issues; recommend corrective actions.
• Participate in continued airworthiness activities, including evaluation of SB/AD and monitoring structural reliability.
• Review and assess STCs, engineering orders and external repair documents.
• Provide mentoring and technical support to maintenance and inspection personnel.

Requirements

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace/aeronautical engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in structural engineering on transport-category aircraft.
• Strong knowledge of Boeing 737 structures, ideally including the Classic series.
• Familiarity with TCCA, FAA or EASA regulatory frameworks.
• Experience writing structural repairs, stress analyses or damage tolerance analyses.
• Ability to interpret SRM, AMM, SB and OEM technical drawings.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in time-critical situations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French and/or English.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (our manuals and procedures are written in English and collaboration with English-speaking firms is required).

Assets

• Experience within an approved maintenance organization (AMO/Part-145) or engineering work within an airline.
• Hands-on experience during heavy checks or AOG repairs.
• Knowledge of damage tolerance methodologies and certification rules for transport-category aircraft.
• Prior experience with DER/DAR processes or willingness to become a TCCA DAR/DER.
• Knowledge of Boeing 737 anti-corrosion programs and aging aircraft requirements.

What we offer

• The opportunity to build a new engineering capability from the ground up and shape its future development.
• A growing and dynamic fleet presenting a wide variety of structural challenges (cargo operations, northern operations, gravel runways).
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A team culture that values innovation, autonomy and technical excellence.
• The possibility to progress to a TCCA-approved DER/DAR position sponsored by Nolinor.
• 10 days of paid sick leave.
• 40 hours per week.
• On-site parking.
• Company-organized social activities.
• Comprehensive benefits package and employer-contributed RRSP.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Exciting projects and challenging tasks.
• Dynamic, stimulating and friendly work environment.
• Collaborative team and positive workplace atmosphere.
• 100% on-site position.
• Competitive pay and attractive benefits.
• Annual profit-sharing bonus.

Workplace

• Primary location: Mirabel (YMX).
• Occasional travel to maintenance facilities in Canada and the United States.

The adventure awaits! Apply now and take off your career with Nolinor Aviation.