Aircraft Maintenance Manager / AME

KASI Aviation Services Inc., A Hexagon Company, is a leader in aerial survey. We are a global organization focused on working together with a team spirit.
Reporting to the Accountable Executive, the Maintenance Manager/AME’s primary responsibility will be to support the coordination of aircraft maintenance, both in the hangar and in the field.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in aircraft maintenance. They must hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer M1 license and have experience performing inspections, repairs, and modifications in compliance with Transport Canada regulations. A commitment to safety, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues are essential. The candidate should also demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, adaptability to changing operational demands, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

Experience with Navajo and Chieftain aircraft and proficiency in using maintenance tracking software are considered strong assets.

Responsibilities:

• Line maintenance in the hangar
• Travel to meet aircraft and pilot for on-field maintenance events
• Conduct preventative maintenance on the aircraft systems, replacing parts and documenting work done on the aircraft in maintenance software
• Communicate snags, issues, and observations to the PRM, and help coordinate planned maintenance events with the base of operations.
• The Planning and Control of all maintenance.
• Manage digital maintenance platform (QuantumMx)
• Liaison with Transport Canada and Approved Maintenance Organizations.
• Oversight of the Quality Assurance Program as described in this MCM.
• Scheduling of maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled, elementary work and servicing in accordance with TC approved Maintenance Schedules and the MCM.
• Ensuring the completeness and safe keeping of all company regulatory and technical records.
• The Technical Dispatch of company aircraft, including the removal from service of any aircraft that is unsafe, or that does not comply with the requirements of the CARs or the MCM.
• The initial, update and additional training of all company personnel and retention of all training records.
• The maintenance and retention of weight and balance reports, equipment lists andamendments thereto for all company aircraft.
• All applications made to Transport Canada for company aircraft Flight Authorities.
• Airworthiness Directive compliance and Service Publication review.
• Amendments to and distribution of the Maintenance Control Manual.
• Development of maintenance schedules and amendments thereto.
• Arranging scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance.
• Issuance and removal of authorizations to personnel assigned to do elementary work and servicing.
• Ensure that the reporting of Service Difficulties Reports is carried out in accordance with CAR 521 Division IX.
• Ensure that the Annual Airworthiness Information Report for each company aircraft iscompleted and submitted to TC within the required time period.
• Ensure that the necessary regulatory and technical publications are available, complete and up to date.
• Ensure that the policies and procedures contained in this MCM are complied with.

Qualifications:

• Hold an AME License “M” from Transport Canada (M1).
• Minimum 5 years experience in the maintenance of civil or military aircraft.
• Experience with TIO-540 engines.
• Can work collaboratively with members of various teams.
• Must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability to change and shifting priorities and have the ability to stay calm under pressure. Can draw from a range of practices to implement innovative solutions to a variety of problems. Has ability to contribute to the successful implementation of change.
• Excellent English verbal and written skills and intermediate French verbal

At KASI Aviation, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits including group insurance, health & lifestyle spending accounts, retirement savings plans, continuing education program and more.

At KASI Aviation, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer, and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.