Maintenance Program and Reliability Specialist

AirPro SAR Services Inc., a joint venture between Airbus Defence and Space and PAL Aerospace, supports Canada's Fixed Wing Search and Rescue (FWSAR) program. Our mission is to keep Canada's CC295 Kingfisher fleet mission-ready to save lives across one of the largest and most challenging search and rescue regions in the world. AirPro manages Integrated Support Services (engineering, logistics, maintenance, IT systems, infrastructure, and material support) across the product lifecycle to ensure peak aircraft performance when it matters most.

As the Maintenance Program and Reliability Specialist you will be responsible for the Operator Maintenance Program for the CC295 Kingfisher aircraft. During the in-service phase, this includes analysis of reliability and maintainability information to maximize aircraft availability and identify areas for improvement. The incumbent will provide support to other AirPro support systems (Logistical Support Analysis (LSA), Technical Publications, Material, Performance Management) and ensure Main Operating Bases and the MRO have the required information and materials to perform their work.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyse technical documentation, assess impact and propose changes to the Operator Maintenance Program, maintaining currency with the latest directives.
• Manage Technical Problems reported from the customer on maintenance related issues.
• Perform management and oversight of the PAL Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO) to ensure 3rd line maintenance is performed, roadblocks are removed and work is completed within the agreed timeline.
• Generate MRO progress reports for internal and external distribution.
• Manage communication on status of MRO activities to all relevant stakeholders.
• Perform impact assessment for MRPs or additional work to the MRO and coordinate resources.
• Provide R&M support to other support systems (e.g. LSA, Materiel) and input in support of fleet management activities to optimize planning and manage risks.
• Collect data from aircraft fleet usage and perform reliability & maintainability (R&M) analysis of the fleet and compare results to predicted values.
• Report R&M analysis and raise applicable Technical Problems to improve R&M performance.
• Review repair reports on failed aircraft units to determine trends and provide recommendations on sparing levels.
• Generate weekly aircraft availability report.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with the following experience:

• Completion of a college diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field is required.
• 5 years in a maintenance and reliability environment is preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant Aerospace Engineering experience, or Military Technician experience.
• At least 2 years of experience providing direct support to maintenance or production teams.
• Experience related to MRO/Part 145 operations.

Key Professional Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask, work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities, with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, both in person and virtually.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams and organizations.
• Skilled at facilitating cooperation and navigating differing perspectives to keep groups focused on common objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to influence decisions, using collaborative abilities to align stakeholders toward goals within AirPro and the FWSAR program.
• Proven ability to coordinate support services effectively.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications (Assets)

• Aerospace Engineering degree.
• Experience with the Airbus C-295.
• Familiarity with DND programs or previous work with DND.
• Knowledge of aircraft structures, avionics, electrical and mechanical systems and/or testing.

Why Join AirPro?

At AirPro, you're joining a team driven by purpose and united by a national mission. Every day, our work helps ensure Canada's SAR crews can fly safely and effectively, delivering critical support to communities across the country. You will find a culture built on technical excellence, collaboration, and pride in service where your contributions have real, measurable impact from coast to coast to coast.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A hybrid working model (50/50), allowing for a minimum of 50% of your time in the office and up to 50% working from home

This role offers the chance to be part of something bigger—supporting life-saving missions by keeping the Kingfisher fleet ready when lives are on the line. It's an opportunity to apply your expertise and creativity to a nationally significant program, transforming challenges into solutions that protect communities and inspire confidence in those who depend on us. We're seeking resourceful, purpose-driven individuals who see possibilities where others see obstacles and want their work to make a meaningful difference for Canada.

AirPro is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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