Position Title: Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - M1
Location: Rankin Inlet, NU
Status: Full Time
Start Date: Immediately
Who We Are!
Calm Air International is a regional airline serving the Northern part of Central Canada. From its main bases in Winnipeg, Thompson and Churchill, Manitoba, and Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Calm Air operates frequent, daily scheduled passenger, charters, and cargo flights throughout Manitoba and the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut.
At Calm Air International LP, we value our customers, passengers, and the communities we serve. We are only as good as the employees who work with us. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized individuals, who work well in a fast-paced environment, to join our team! Want to learn more? Visit www.calmair.com.
About the Opportunity
Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a group of high performing professionals? Do you like to work independently as well as part of a skilled team? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organized individual, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join the Calm Air family.
At Calm Air, work is about what you do AND where you go! This position will have the opportunity to share their skills at all our bases throughout Manitoba and Nunavut and gain experience at a wide range of facilities.
The sky is the limit!
What You'll Get to Do
Reporting directly to the Base Engineer and taking direction from the on-shift Crew Chief, an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) maintains, services, inspects, tests, and undertakes fault diagnosis of airframe, engine (including propellers and rotors) and electrical systems, components, and accessories on aircraft.
Follow all procedures necessary for maintenance or repairs to the aircraft and equipment
Ensure all work carried out is properly documented in accordance with the Procedures manual
Provide the appropriate ACA release as required
Must always comply with all safety regulations
Maintain all Calm Air assigned training required within job role
Ensure that all items of work are listed, recorded, and signed out on the appropriate work card
Perform work procedures, while ensuring that approved methods and materials are used in a safe, efficient, and economical manner
Perform sheet metal activities on various aircraft and project undertaken at Calm Air Facilities
Travel to remote locations as needed to perform repairs in the field
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Other duties as assigned
Hours of Work
Shift work is required and may include mornings/afternoons, evenings, and weekends
Skills & Experience We Value
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) an asset
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited aviation program
Must provide proof of a valid Transport Canada issued AME – M1 License
AME-M2 License considered an asset
Endorsements on ATR, Boeing, Airbus considered an asset
Diamond DA20 Aircraft experience considered an asset
Basic Computer skills (word, excel, office)
Knowledge of an airline’s operations an asset
Ability to prioritize tasks
Must be able to work independently or in a team setting
Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure
Possess a valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 75lbs
Travel required
Must be able to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Security Clearance qualification
Inuktitut language considered an asset
Preference given to Inuit Land Claims Beneficiaries
The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Along with being one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, we are proud to provide a cooperative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package, Calm Air provides exceptional benefits which include:
Registered Pension Plan starting at 5% matched after one year of employment
Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan available upon hire with the exception of dental coverage which has a three month wait period
Northern Living Allowance
Eligible for travel pay when traveling
Entitled to three weeks vacation after one year
Airline travel and freight privileges
Corporate and family events
And more!
If This Sounds Like the Job for You, Contact Us!
At Calm Air, we value diversity and provide equal opportunities and accessibility for all qualified candidates. We encourage all members of a designated group or those requiring accessibility support to self-declare when applying. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the application process by emailing recruitment@calmair.com.
Please submit a resume in confidence by August 31, 2025.
We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
