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Aircraft Technician Mechanic (ACA) 1

  • Petawawa, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 21, 2026
  • 1 position

$91,000–$141,000 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Nov 3, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The technician is responsible for performing routine, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft to ensure flight readiness. They must also maintain accurate maintenance records within the Defense Resource Management Information System and perform component repairs.

Job details

Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance D - ACA MechanicJob Location: Petawawa, ONJob Code: 44943Job Schedule: Day ShiftCompensation Range: Between $91,000 - $141,000 CDN annually We are seeking a licensed Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AME or MRA). This position will begin with a three-month paid training program leading to a CH-147 type certification. The technician will receive on-site support from the current L3Harris MAS Petawawa Site Lead and will work under the official accreditation of our primary client, Boeing. The Mechanical Technician is responsible for performing mechanical work as well as other complex inspection and maintenance tasks to prepare aircraft for flight or for customer acceptance. Accommodation, vehicle, and per diem may be provided for candidates travelling from farther away. Details to be discussed based on individual needs and circumstances. Essential Functions: Within the Contractor Maintenance Support and Inspections, the Technicians will be available to complete: Routine servicing requirements for aircraft assigned to or augmented by the CMT; Scheduled (Preventive) maintenance requirements up to, and including, the CMS 3 (200 hour) and CMS 4 (400 hour) inspections for aircraft assigned to the CMT; Unscheduled (Corrective) maintenance requirements and troubleshooting for aircraft assigned to the CMT; Emergent work, including Special Inspections (SIs), modifications, Out of Sequence Inspections (OSIs), Non-Standard Repairs (NSRs), deferred defects and other non-routine requirements for aircraft assigned to the CMT on agreement between the Squadron Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Officer (SAMEO) (or designate) and CFO (Contractor Field Office) Manager (or designate); Create, maintain, and update maintenance records within the Defense Resource Management Information System (DRMIS). DND shall provide training, mentoring and access (terminal / log-in) ; Tear down, assessment, preparation for use, and repair of off aircraft components that affect the CMT’s assigned aircraft; Any other related tasks as requested by the customer. Qualifications: The Technician shall have the capability to complete, sign and perform Maintenance Release Authority (MRA), conducted in accordance with the restrictions within the Buyer’s Maintenance Process Manual (MPM); The Technician shall follow the established Main Operating Base (MOB) tool control processes when checking out, using, and returning tools; The Technician shall be trained, qualified, and authorized in accordance with Buyer’s Maintenance Process Manual (MPM) to meet the requirements and ensure ongoing AMO Accreditation is maintained; College diploma in pre-flight mechanics or an equivalent military or Transport Canada qualification; Experience on the Chinook helicopter (an asset); Bilingualism; Dynamic and innovative, and motivated by technical challenges; and Well-organized, autonomous, with strong analytical abilities. Operational requirements: Must be eligible for registration to the Controlled Goods Program; and Must be eligible to obtaining and maintaining the government of Canada’s “Reliability” status and Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. 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.comL3Harris 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 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. This job is for an existing vacancy.

What you’ll do

The technician is responsible for performing routine, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance on assigned aircraft to ensure flight readiness. They must also maintain accurate maintenance records within the Defense Resource Management Information System and perform component repairs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college diploma in pre-flight mechanics or equivalent military/Transport Canada qualification and be eligible for Level 2 Secret security clearance. Experience with Chinook helicopters is considered an asset, and the role requires the ability to perform Maintenance Release Authority.

Benefits

  • Paid training program
  • Accommodation
  • Vehicle
  • Per diem

Listed skills

  • Technical Documentation · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Aircraft maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical repair
  • Inspection
  • Maintenance records
  • Tool control
  • Chinook helicopter maintenance
  • Analytical abilities
  • Technical documentation
  • Safety compliance
  • Mentorship
  • Secret Clearance
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Corrective Maintenance
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Innovation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Office Management
  • Suspension (Vehicle)
  • Resource Management
  • Mechanics
  • Aircraft Maintenance

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