Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Heavy Line

Winnipeg, MB
On-site
Posted Nov 9, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English

Job summary

The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled heavy maintenance on aircraft to ensure airworthiness. Additional duties include marshalling, towing aircraft, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Job details

Established in 1960, Perimeter Aviation LP is a diversified company that is a subsidiary of the Exchange Income Corporation which has recently grown through the merger with Bearskin Airlines. With approximately 900 employees, we operate a fleet of 45+ aircraft including the Metro 2, 3, 23, Merlin and Dash 8 aircraft. We are based in Winnipeg and Thompson, Manitoba as well as Sioux Lookout, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Toronto Ontario. We provide scheduled passenger and freight services to Northern Manitoba and Northern Ontario, 24/7 North American charter services, Medical evacuation services and a full-service maintenance facility including design engineering, NDT, and Garrett turbine engine services. We are a Canadian company, proudly building a diverse workforce that is driven by a shared sense of community, customer service and a dedication to safety. We’re fostering a culture where our employees will feel proud of the work they do and the company they work for. We seek employees with a positive attitude in providing excellent service to the communities in our network. Position Summary Reporting to both the Crew Chief and the Heavy Production Manager, the Aircraft Maintenance Engineer’s primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, servicing, inspecting, repairing and performing heavy mechanical maintenance to an aircraft before it is considered airworthy. Personal Characteristics Mechanical aptitude, trainable Strong knowledge of basic hand tools Highly flexible, with the ability to respond quickly in a dynamic environment Professional and respectful, with a positive work attitude Timely with a high level of commitment to on-time performance is essential Motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Effective verbal and written communication skills High level of respect, understanding and regard for First Nations communities Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Perform scheduled and unscheduled heavy maintenance on aircraft Marshal and tow aircraft Maintain a clean and organized work environment Work indicated by supervisor Minimum Education, Experience and Certifications High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) equivalent Indigenous and Cultural Awareness Training considered an asset Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable transportation security clearances and additional authorizations Experience working on a line or heavy maintenance environment is required Transport Canada AME Licence with an “M2, E, S” ratings required Working Conditions Physically able to perform all listed job duties Travel by aircraft and other means as required by role Work in a shop environment with full range of movement including, but not limited to, bending, sitting, standing, lifting to a maximum of 50lbs, pushing and pulling daily Repetitive tasks Various shifts Fast paced work environment in order to meet service level requirements of the airline Methods and procedures described or implied in the job profile may be altered to accommodate employees. Perimeter Aviation’s hiring policy is to recruit and select the best applicant for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications for the position. Perimeter Aviation LP does not discriminate against applicants based on race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted. We thank all candidates for their interest in the position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis which may result in an earlier application deadline.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Transport Canada AME Licence with M2, E, and S ratings and have experience in a line or heavy maintenance environment. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with the ability to obtain necessary transportation security clearances.