Aircraft Metals Technician
Top Benefits
About the role
National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada5 days ago
Comox, BC
CA$33 - CA$36/hour
Mid Level
full_time
Top Benefits
Health insurance plan
Dental insurance plan
Pension plan
About the role
National Defence - Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
Comox (British Columbia)
GL-AIM-09
$32.90 to $35.77 per hour
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence
We invite you to watch this short video (2.5 minutes) to learn more about how to submit your job application online: Cracking the code
Closing date: 29 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Apply online
Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
How does this work?
✅ Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply Online”
✅ Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.
✅ Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.
Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong.
Due to the nature of the position, full time on-site attendance is required.
Duties
The Aircraft Metals Technician is responsible for the fabrication, modification, and maintenance of aircraft components and related equipment. This role involves working with a variety of metalworking machinery and welding processes, including oxy-acetylene, TIG, and electric-arc welding. The Aircraft Metals Technician will also interpret technical drawings and specifications, estimate materials and labor, and conduct preventive maintenance on equipment. Additional duties involve providing technical documentation, guidance, and solutions for both aircraft and non-aircraft related projects.
Work environment
Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.
What do we offer?
At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:
✅ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team.
✅ Opportunities for advancement.
✅ A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
✅ A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements.
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to fill one (1) position on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Comox, British Columbia
A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and may be used to staff identical or similar positions at the Department of National Defence.
Positions to be filled: 1
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
❗ Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.
EXPERIENCE
- EX01: Experience manufacturing and repairing a variety of aircraft sheet metal parts and systems.
- EX02: Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, standards and written technical instructions.
- EX03: Experience welding aerospace materials.
- EX04: Experience operating a lathe and 3-axis milling machine
- EX05: Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or PowerPoint).
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
English essential
Information on language requirements
COMPETENCIES
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect.
C2: Thinking things through.
C3: Working effectively with others.
C4: Safety Oriented
C5: Attention to detail
C6: Communication.
ABILITY
A1: Ability to work independently.
Conditions of employment
Secret security clearance
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must be willing and able to work overtime on occasion.
- Must be willing and able to travel.
- Must be willing and able to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.
- Must be willing and able to perform a variety of physically demanding tasks including, but not limited to, lifting heavy items, enter confined spaces, climb ladders, erect scaffolds, work on elevated devices, crouching and/or kneeling, work at heights
- Must be willing and able to wear all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
- Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.
Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html
AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049
AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627
Candidates must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment in this position.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
- Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
- Reference checks may be sought.
- An interview may be administered.
- A test may be administered.
- Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.
- Depending on the position being staffed:
- Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
- Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
- Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications
- You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed
- Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.
- All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.
- To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.
- If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)
- Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;
- Organizational Needs.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
Research Services
1001-5000
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research and technology organization. Working with our partners, we're delivering a national platform for innovation. We conduct research, support small and medium-sized companies to help them scale up and compete and we connect Canadian innovators to leading R&D capabilities. We also enable cross-sector partnership and collaboration here at home.
Terms of use: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/corporate/contact-us/stay-connected
Le Conseil national de recherches Canada (CNRC) est la plus grande organisation de recherche et de technologie du gouvernement du Canada. Nous fournissons, en collaboration avec nos partenaires, une plateforme nationale pour l'innovation. Nous faisons de la recherche, nous soutenons les PME pour les aider à prendre de l'expansion et à être concurrentielles. Nous mettons les innovateurs canadiens en contact avec des capacités de R D de pointe et favorisons également les partenariats et la collaboration intersectoriels ici au pays.
Conditions d'utilisation : https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/organisation/contactez-nous/restez-branches
About National Research Council Canada
The National Research Council (NRC) is the Government of Canada's premier research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development, and fulfilling government mandates.
Le Conseil national de recherches du Canada (CNRC), principale organisation de recherche du pays, soutient l'innovation industrielle, l'avancement des connaissances, le développement technologique et la réalisation de mandats du gouvernement.
Aircraft Metals Technician
Top Benefits
About the role
National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada5 days ago
Comox, BC
CA$33 - CA$36/hour
Mid Level
full_time
Top Benefits
Health insurance plan
Dental insurance plan
Pension plan
About the role
National Defence - Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF)
Comox (British Columbia)
GL-AIM-09
$32.90 to $35.77 per hour
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence
We invite you to watch this short video (2.5 minutes) to learn more about how to submit your job application online: Cracking the code
Closing date: 29 October 2025 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.
Apply online
Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Assessment accommodation
How does this work?
✅ Step 1: Read the entire advertisement. Want to join our team? Let us know you’re interested! Click “Apply Online”
✅ Step 2: Tell us about yourself! Attach your resume and answer the screening questions in the online application.
✅ Step 3: We will carefully review all of your qualifications. If your talent matches one of our immediate or upcoming opportunities we may contact you for further information or assessment.
Creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued begins with self-declaration. Count yourself in and self-declare by identifying to which employment equity group(s) you belong.
Due to the nature of the position, full time on-site attendance is required.
Duties
The Aircraft Metals Technician is responsible for the fabrication, modification, and maintenance of aircraft components and related equipment. This role involves working with a variety of metalworking machinery and welding processes, including oxy-acetylene, TIG, and electric-arc welding. The Aircraft Metals Technician will also interpret technical drawings and specifications, estimate materials and labor, and conduct preventive maintenance on equipment. Additional duties involve providing technical documentation, guidance, and solutions for both aircraft and non-aircraft related projects.
Work environment
Together, DND and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) form the largest and most complex organization in Canada. DND's role is to provide services and support to the CAF in their operations and missions at home and abroad. DND and the CAF work side-by-side to fulfill the Government of Canada’s mission to defend Canada and Canadians and contribute to international peace, security, and stability efforts.
What do we offer?
At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:
✅ A career among a dynamic and dedicated team.
✅ Opportunities for advancement.
✅ A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
✅ A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements.
Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to fill one (1) position on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Comox, British Columbia
A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and may be used to staff identical or similar positions at the Department of National Defence.
Positions to be filled: 1
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
❗ Essential qualifications are qualifications that you must meet in order to be considered for the position. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.
EXPERIENCE
- EX01: Experience manufacturing and repairing a variety of aircraft sheet metal parts and systems.
- EX02: Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, standards and written technical instructions.
- EX03: Experience welding aerospace materials.
- EX04: Experience operating a lathe and 3-axis milling machine
- EX05: Experience using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word, or PowerPoint).
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
English essential
Information on language requirements
COMPETENCIES
C1: Demonstrating integrity and respect.
C2: Thinking things through.
C3: Working effectively with others.
C4: Safety Oriented
C5: Attention to detail
C6: Communication.
ABILITY
A1: Ability to work independently.
Conditions of employment
Secret security clearance
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must be willing and able to work overtime on occasion.
- Must be willing and able to travel.
- Must be willing and able to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions for extended periods of time.
- Must be willing and able to perform a variety of physically demanding tasks including, but not limited to, lifting heavy items, enter confined spaces, climb ladders, erect scaffolds, work on elevated devices, crouching and/or kneeling, work at heights
- Must be willing and able to wear all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
- Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, Directive on Conflict of Interest, and Defence Administrative Orders and Directives (DAOD) 7021-1, Conflict of Interest.
Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html
AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049
AND
https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=32627
Candidates must meet and maintain the above condition of employment throughout their employment in this position.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
- Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.
- Reference checks may be sought.
- An interview may be administered.
- A test may be administered.
- Our organization will only accept on-line applications for this opportunity. Please click “Apply online” to submit your application. If there are limitations or special circumstances preventing you from submitting your application via the GC Jobs online portal, you must contact us and receive approval to apply via an alternate means PRIOR to the closing date.
- Depending on the position being staffed:
- Additional qualifications, operational requirements and/or conditions of employment may be required
- Varying degrees of breadth and depth of experience may be deemed essential
- Asset qualifications may be invoked as essential qualifications
- You may be contacted and asked to submit information or be further assessed
- Applicants who apply to this selection process must include in their application a valid email address and make sure that this address is functional at all times and accepts messages from unknown users.
- All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the applicants. Your overall conduct and communications, including email correspondence, may be used in the assessment of qualifications and competencies.
- To ensure the integrity of the selection process, the content and questions of the assessment must remain confidential. Please do not discuss or share the assessment content with anyone, including other candidates. You must complete the assessment, including screening questions, by yourself, without the help of others, including the use of unapproved internet resources and artificial intelligence (such as ChatGPT or any other forms of artificial intelligence). Plagiarism and the use of artificial intelligence is strictly prohibited throughout the entire process and suspected non-compliance will be investigated. Any violation may result in potential consequences which could include your elimination from this selection process.
- If, at any point in this process or upon qualifying in this process, your Values and Ethics do not align with that of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics and Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector, you will be eliminated from further consideration in this process. (Copy and paste these links in your browser for more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-national-defence/services/benefits-military/defence-ethics/policies-publications/code-value-ethics.html AND https://www.tbs-sct.canada.ca/pol/doc-eng.aspx?id=25049)
- Appointment decisions may be based on one or more of the following criteria:
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the strengths and weaknesses of the work team;
- Matching of the individual's experience or qualifications to the specific duties of the position being staffed;
- Depth, breadth, type of work-specific experience;
- Level/degree of one or more competencies/qualifications;
- Organizational Needs.
Preference
Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.
Information on the preference to veterans
We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada
Research Services
1001-5000
The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the Government of Canada's largest research and technology organization. Working with our partners, we're delivering a national platform for innovation. We conduct research, support small and medium-sized companies to help them scale up and compete and we connect Canadian innovators to leading R&D capabilities. We also enable cross-sector partnership and collaboration here at home.
Terms of use: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/corporate/contact-us/stay-connected
Le Conseil national de recherches Canada (CNRC) est la plus grande organisation de recherche et de technologie du gouvernement du Canada. Nous fournissons, en collaboration avec nos partenaires, une plateforme nationale pour l'innovation. Nous faisons de la recherche, nous soutenons les PME pour les aider à prendre de l'expansion et à être concurrentielles. Nous mettons les innovateurs canadiens en contact avec des capacités de R D de pointe et favorisons également les partenariats et la collaboration intersectoriels ici au pays.
Conditions d'utilisation : https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/organisation/contactez-nous/restez-branches
About National Research Council Canada
The National Research Council (NRC) is the Government of Canada's premier research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge and technology development, and fulfilling government mandates.
Le Conseil national de recherches du Canada (CNRC), principale organisation de recherche du pays, soutient l'innovation industrielle, l'avancement des connaissances, le développement technologique et la réalisation de mandats du gouvernement.