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Aircraft Structures Technician

Cold Lake, Canada

Job ID 16703
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Overview

Our Business and Operations team has an unwavering focus on our commitment to excellence in everything we do. They’re the backbone of our ability to deliver mission solutions with speed, innovation and flawless execution.

  • Full Time
  • Level: Experienced
  • Location: On Site
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  • Collaborative
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Influential
  • Organised
  • Strategic
  • Technical

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My favorite part of working for L3Harris is knowing that the parts that I procure go into products that help save lives.

Lizzie, Procurement Associate, Rochester, NY

Job Description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing diverse, high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

About L3Harris Technologies:

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries. MAS, a subsidiary of L3Harris, is one of the leading Canadian providers of aircraft engineering, fleet management, and aircraft maintenance to government departments and agencies. Our current projects include the maintenance and modernization of Canadian and Australian F/A-18 Hornets.

Job Description:

L3Harris MAS plays an important role in In-Service Support (ISS) of the Canadian CF-18 (Hornet) Fighter aircraft Program. Our mandate includes performing modifications, inspections and repairs on the propulsion systems and associated components and on the mechanical systems as well as the complex verification and maintenance tasks of the CF-18 aircraft.

Essential Functions:

  • Document non-conformities according to established procedures;
  • Draft and complete inspection reports and Work Orders accurately;
  • 6 years' experience on aircraft (preferred); 
  • Maintain a high standard of workmanship and discipline as detailed in Canadian Forces Technical Orders;
  • Conduct scheduled and unscheduled aircraft inspections/repairs and report results to Supervisor;
  • Participate in the preparation of aircraft (excluding tasks relating to electrical, avionics and electronic systems) for the purpose of the flight or acceptance by the customer; 
  • Perform engine tests and secondary ground feeding tests;
  • Verify, adjust, repair or replace devices and equipment of a complex nature such as:
    • Powertrain and related systems;
    • Cell/motor Interface;
    • Auxiliary panel and secondary feeding;
    • Air conditioning system;
    • Fuel System;
    • Borescope Inspection;
    • Mass and center Inspection.

  • Act as a team member, providing assistance to other crew members as required;
  • Perform Daily inspections on AMSE equipment, ensuring serviceability;
  • Observe and adhere to all safety regulations in the performance of duties, ensuring absolute compliance of safety policies and procedures;
  • Maintain work area cleanliness, in compliance with safety regulations;
  • Follow the rules of the control of the tooling;
  • Assist in initiating technical and administrative reports as required;
  • Forward supply requirements to section supply coordinator in a timely fashion, ensuring stock levels are maintained;

Qualifications: 

  • Graduated from a TCCA recognized AME Basic Training program focused on “M” Rating or;
  • Completed RCAF AVN with an aircraft on-type training, preferably with experience on aircraft engine, fuel and environmental control systems;

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Very good knowledge of CF-18 Technical Orders;
  • Knowledge of Canadian Forces aircraft maintenance operation;
  • Be conversant with CFTOs and other technical information pertaining to Engines and related components;
  • Ability to work independently, with minimal direction or as part of a team;
  • Ability to present ideas/solutions  to peers, technical staff, customers and supervisors (e.g., new or improvement processes, procedures);
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to adapt to new software systems; and
  • Proven organizational ability.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
  • Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance;
  • Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Our culture:

L3Harris MAS cultivates an inclusive and stimulating work environment that empowers employees and promotes work-life balance. Our values (integrity, respect, excellence), community dedication and commitment to excel in everything we do are the foundation of our culture.

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

About L3Harris:
L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue, 48,000 employees and customers in more than 100 countries. L3Harris.com

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