Technical Services Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to new heights?

As Canada's leading ultra-low-cost carrier, dedicated to providing affordable and exceptional travel experiences to Canadians, Flair Airlines is always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our success as we continue to expand our route network, flight frequency, and services. Given our commitment to growth and excellence, we are currently seeking candidates for the following position:

Job Title: Technical Services Engineer

Department: Maintenance

Location: Calgary, AB

Work Arrangement: This role is primarily based in the office environment.

Position Overview:

The Technical Services Engineer team at Flair plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of the airline's fleet. This integrated team includes specialists in reliability, structures, airframe systems, electronic systems, powerplant systems, and maintenance programs. Responsibilities range from expediting aircraft return to service, supporting continuous improvement, and maintaining structural health to overseeing program compliance and developing maintenance procedures. Collectively, the team works to optimize fleet performance and safety under the guidance of the Technical Services Manager or designate.

As a Technical Services Engineer at Flair, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our aircraft fleet. This role integrates responsibilities in both reliability and maintenance programs, providing a comprehensive approach to fleet management. Your key duties will include:

• Maintain and enhance the scheduled maintenance program for Flair's fleet, ensuring compliance with company, manufacturer, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical support for modifications to both the reliability and maintenance programs, adapting to changes in aircraft utilization, staff levels, ground time, and route network.
• Compile and issue monthly Reliability Statistics Reports, and regularly review Journey Logs, Delays/Cancellations, and Unscheduled Component Removals.
• Investigate repetitive aircraft defects, in-service fleet problems, and complex requests from Line Maintenance, offering data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and implement custom maintenance program task cards, while evaluating Component/System Performance using In-Service Failure and maintenance data.
• Lead monthly Fleet Performance & Dispatch Reliability meetings, and manage Data Collection, Analysis, Reporting, and Follow-up functions of the Reliability Program.
• Liaise with vendors, Field Service Representatives, OEMs, and other engineering trades to ensure that maintenance and reliability issues are addressed and that any upgrades or improvements are integrated effectively.
• Ensure the integration and continuous improvement of Maintenance Planning Documents, Maintenance Review Board requirements, Airworthiness Limitations, and other regulatory guidelines into scheduled maintenance task cards.
• Support new aircraft inductions, internal/external audits, and business improvement initiatives, while optimizing scheduled maintenance visits and heavy maintenance programs.
• Participate in maintenance status and planning meetings, acting as a key advisor in both the Reliability and Maintenance Programs.
• Apply supplemental type certificates, instruct Continued Airworthiness requests, and ensure that all changes to maintenance programs are justified and technically sound.
• Actively contribute to Flair's Safety Management System (SMS) program and perform the Fleet Manager role during their absence.
• Perform other duties as assigned, ensuring the overall dependability and safety of Flair's fleet.

Qualifications & Requirements:

The preferred candidate should exemplify Flair's core values of Respect, Integrity, Reliability, and Resilience while demonstrating success in previous roles. Additionally, we are seeking individuals who possess:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical).
  • Hold a valid Transport Canada AME M, E, or S license.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of six (6) years of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer experience is preferred.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of Boeing aircraft experience preferred.
  • Boeing 737 NG and/or MAX endorsement is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian Air Regulations (CARs).
  • Knowledgeable in computer-based maintenance software, AMOS is considered an asset.
  • Intermediate level of proficiency using Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and data entry.
• Skills & Abilities:
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-stress, deadline-driven, ever-changing work environment while prioritizing tasks and assignments.
  • High degree of interpersonal and communication proficiency, including written, verbal, and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrated analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with multiple cross-departmental stakeholders.
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage projects to successful completion on tight timeframes.
  • Proven planning and organizational skills as well as attention to detail.
• Competencies:
  • Leading as a Flair teammate by demonstrating collaborative behavior and modeling the company's values in all interactions.
  • Maintaining diverse relationships with peers and stakeholders to foster effective communication and collaboration.
  • Delivering results with impact by setting clear goals, prioritizing tasks effectively, and continuously striving for improvement in performance and outcomes.
• Requirements:
  • Clear criminal record check and satisfactory employment references.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in Canada without restriction.

Why Join Flair Airlines:

At Flair Airlines, we value our employees and provide a supportive and collaborative work environment that offers opportunities for growth and professional achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, effective on your first day of employment, which includes:

• Competitive compensation package including medical and dental benefits, both short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and an employee & family assistance program.
• Pension plan with matched contributions.
• Individualized performance bonuses based on achievements.
• Attractive referral incentive program.
• Access to our staff travel program, allowing employees and their travel companions unlimited travel access across the Flair network.

How to Apply:

If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey with Flair Airlines, please submit your resume through the job posting and answer a few questions about your experience and suitability for the role.

Application Deadline: when a successful candidate is identified

Flair Airlines is committed to creating an inclusive, equal, and accessible environment that attracts diverse talent. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you on board!

Website: www.flyflair.com