Aircraft Maintenance & Technical Specialist

Job summary

The specialist will evaluate helicopter components and aircraft for condition and marketability while reviewing complex maintenance records and documentation. They will also provide technical guidance to internal teams and customers to ensure compliance with quality standards and traceability requirements.

Job details

Aircraft Maintenance & Technical Specialist Company: RotorLink Technical Services Inc. Location: Langley, BC Position: Full-Time About RotorLink RotorLink Technical Services is a growing aviation company specializing in helicopter parts sales, aircraft components, sourcing, logistics, aircraft transactions, and technical support for operators, MROs, brokers, and aircraft owners around the world. We work primarily with Bell, Airbus/Eurocopter, and Leonardo/AgustaWestland helicopter platforms and specialize in sourcing and supplying both common and hard-to-find components. RotorLink is not an AMO and does not perform maintenance, repair, or overhaul in-house. About the Position We are looking for an experienced Aircraft Maintenance & Technical Specialist with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME). This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced AME who wants to transition from day-to-day aircraft maintenance into a broader technical and commercial aviation role. The successful candidate will use their maintenance experience and technical knowledge to evaluate helicopter components and aircraft, review maintenance records and documentation, and provide technical guidance to the RotorLink team and customers. An active AME license is not required for this position, as the role does not involve signing maintenance releases or performing certificated maintenance on behalf of RotorLink. However, significant practical AME experience and a strong understanding of aircraft maintenance is essential. Key Responsibilities Technical Evaluation & Parts Evaluate aircraft components for condition, applicability, usability, and marketability. Review component histories, maintenance records, logbooks, removal tags, certificates, and other technical documentation. Assess parts and components being purchased, sold, consigned, or acquired through aircraft transactions. Identify potential technical, traceability, life-limit, calendar-life, or documentation issues. Assist the sales and purchasing teams with technical questions from customers and suppliers. Research aircraft and component part numbers, applicability, interchangeability, and technical requirements. Quality & Documentation Support RotorLink's AS9120 quality requirements and internal processes. Review technical documentation and traceability for incoming and outgoing parts. Assist with identifying discrepancies, non-conformances, and documentation issues. Ensure technical information is accurately recorded within company systems. General Provide technical support to sales, purchasing, warehouse teams and management. Assist with special projects and aircraft/component transactions as required. Maintain a high level of professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail. Qualifications & Experience Required Minimum 5 years of experience working as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME). Experience with Bell, Airbus/Eurocopter, or Leonardo/AgustaWestland helicopters Strong practical knowledge of aircraft maintenance and helicopter components. Experience interpreting aircraft maintenance records and technical documentation. Strong understanding of component traceability, serviceability, life limitations, and maintenance history. Ability to assess technical information and identify discrepancies or potential concerns. Strong organizational and documentation skills. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently and make sound technical assessments. Valid driver's license. License An active AME license is not required for this position. Candidates with a current or former Canadian AME license, or equivalent aircraft maintenance experience from another aviation authority, are encouraged to apply. What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who: Has genuine hands-on aircraft maintenance experience. Is comfortable digging through maintenance records and asking questions when something doesn't make sense. Has excellent attention to detail. Is comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical people. Can work in a fast-paced small-business environment where priorities can change quickly. Takes ownership of their work and follows things through to completion. Is practical, resourceful, and solution oriented. Compensation & Benefits Full-time, permanent position. Competitive salary based on experience. Benefits package. Paid vacation and statutory holidays. Opportunity to develop a career beyond traditional aircraft maintenance into technical aviation, aircraft acquisitions, parts sales, and project management. A collaborative, family-oriented work environment. How to Apply Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your aircraft maintenance experience and the helicopter types you have worked with to jade@rotorlink.com

What you’ll do

The specialist will evaluate helicopter components and aircraft for condition and marketability while reviewing complex maintenance records and documentation. They will also provide technical guidance to internal teams and customers to ensure compliance with quality standards and traceability requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) with specific knowledge of Bell, Airbus, or Leonardo helicopter platforms. Strong analytical skills for interpreting technical documentation and a valid driver's license are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary • Benefits package • Paid vacation • Statutory holidays

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Quality assurance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Aircraft maintenance
• Technical documentation review
• Component evaluation
• Logbook analysis
• Quality assurance
• AS9120 standards
• Helicopter systems
• Technical research
• Communication
• Organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Inventory management
• Aviation logistics

Job areas

• Engineering
• Logistics
• Manufacturing
• Transportation