Aircraft Crew Chief

Priority will be given to the following designated employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

City: Ottawa 

Organizational Unit: Aerospace 

Classification: TO-4 

Tenure: Continuing 

Language Requirements: English

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the NRC work location identified.

Great Minds. One Goal. Canada's Success.

Help bring research to life and drive your career forward with the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), Canada's largest research and technology organization.

We are looking for an Aircraft Crew Chief to support our Aerospace Research Centre. The Aircraft Crew Chief would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The NRC Flight Research Laboratory (FRL) operates a small fleet of highly specialized research aircraft to meet the flight research needs of partners and clients in the Canadian aerospace sector. Engineering modifications to these aircraft are performed in-house, by highly qualified teams of designers, engineers and fabrication specialists. Maintenance is carried out by licensed aircraft mechanics and research projects are flown by qualified test pilots and supporting crew members.  

Working for the NRC Aerospace Research Centre (NRC-AERO), and reporting to the Manager, Aircraft Maintenance the incumbent will be part of a team of six Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AMEs) who perform and ensure proper completion of applicable maintenance and installation activities on the NRC research aircraft. The Aircraft Crew Chief will be expected to:

• Plan and coordinate with project managers and aircrew, the maintenance scheduling for their respective aircraft, both short and long term;
• Plan parts requirements and initiate procurement of those parts; 
• Inspect and maintain their assigned aircraft; 
• Supervise other AME’s and technicians when working under their direction; 
• Certify their work and the work of non-Aircraft Certifying Authority (ACA) holders in their direct supervision; 
• Coordinate project installations with project technicians, managers and clients;
• Monitor activities of project personnel when they are carrying out project installations, modifications, or project maintenance on the aircraft; 
• Inspect project installations for drawing conformity and safety compliance; 
• Plan and coordinate logistical support for aircraft deployed on field trips; 
• Liaise with manufacturer and supplier technical representatives for matters affecting their aircraft;
• Be responsible for the making of record and logbook entries for their aircraft;
• Work with and or monitor the activities of maintenance contractors.

The incumbent will also carry out duties in accordance with the FRL Maintenance Policy and Procedures Manuals (MPM) under Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) #6-64, in conformance and in compliance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).  

On occasion, the Aircraft Crew Chief will accompany FRL aircraft on field deployments supporting airborne research projects ranging from measuring biological, geological and geophysical phenomena, space research, autonomous flight and aviation icing hazards often in collaboration with other government departments and universities.

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Graduation from a program of study at an accredited college approved by Transport Canada in accordance with Division II of Subpart 403 of the Canadian Aviation Regulations for Aircraft Maintenance Engineer training or equivalent. 

Must hold an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) “M” licence issued by Transport Canada.

Bell 412, 205, 206 Transport Canada approved Type Course.
 

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency

• Significant experience as a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) in an organization that conducts heavy maintenance and/or extensive major modifications to civil or military aircraft;
• Significant experience as a licensed AME in an organization that conducts flight operations;
• Significant experience performing aircraft maintenance including experience on Bell helicopters; and
• Basic experience as an aircraft Crew Chief managing multiple concurrent aircraft maintenance and/or modification projects on assigned aircrafts in an environment of frequently changing priorities. 

 
Assets: 

• Experience in a military or civil flight test environment; 
• Experience performing maintenance on aircrafts similar to those operated by FRL. (Note: current fleet includes Convair 580, Dassault Falcon 20, Twin Otter, Canadair CT-133 (T-33), Harvard Mk IV, Cessna 337,Bell 205, Bell 206, Bell 412).

• Secret (II).  A Secret clearance must be obtained within 12 months of employment; and
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) from the Ottawa Airport Pass Control Office.

English

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Solid knowledge in performing and ensuring proper completion of scheduled and unscheduled inspections, including inspections after abnormal occurrences;
• Ability to research, evaluate and complete airworthiness directive and service bulletins requirements;
• Solid knowledge of troubleshooting and rectification of defects of applicable aircraft systems;
• Solid knowledge regarding aircraft logbook entries and technical documentation;
• Solid knowledge of how to carry out applicable installations in accordance with drawings;
• Solid knowledge of weight and balance control procedures;
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices associated with the implementation of a Safety Management System as defined by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA);
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety best practices required to create and maintain a safe and healthy work environment; and
• Ability to use technical and regulatory literature sources, search engines and specialized Aircraft Maintenance Tracking and Planning software such as DASH or WinAir, as well as general office software products.

• Technology support - Client focus (Level 3)
• Technology support - Communication (Level 2)
• Technology support - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
• Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Technology support - Teamwork (Level 2)
• Technology support - Initiative (Level 2)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Technology Support

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From $73,744 to $94,839 per annum. 

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, vacation, sick, and other leave entitlements, disability insurance and pension plans.

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you.  Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

At the NRC Employee wellness matters. We offer flexible work schedules as well as part-time work to help employees maintain work-life balance. We are one of the few federal organizations that close our offices during the December holiday season.  We offer professional learning and development opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and a suite of mentorship, award and recognition programs. Diversity enables creativity and innovation. Fostering a diverse, inclusive, welcoming and supportive workplace is important to us, and contributes to a more inclusive Canadian innovation system. We welcome all qualified applicants and encourage you to complete the employment equity self-declaration questions during the job application process. Please let us know of any accommodation measures required to help you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially. 

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• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Work environment will be a combination of hangar, outdoors and office areas. Willingness to work in an environment that may include exposure to chemicals, dirt, noise, noxious odours, hazardous equipment, extreme temperatures and/or working in awkward positions. 
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (21536) to:

E-mail: [email protected]

Telephone : 438-455-5335 

Closing Date: 17 April 2024 - 23:59 Eastern Time

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*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careers module from your NRC computer.