Aircraft Maintenance Base Engineer - Montreal, QC (YUL)
- Montréal, QC
- On-site
- Posted Sep 19, 2026
- 1 position
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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior · 7+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Apply by
- Oct 16, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
Job summary
Oversee all maintenance operations at the base, leading a team of professionals to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and Aircraft Certification Authority requirements. Coordinate workload and communicate between departments to minimize aircraft downtime while maintaining a safe hangar environment.
Job details
Central Mountain Air is proudly emerging as one of Canada’s leading regional airlines. As we continue to expand, we are excited to invite an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Base Engineer to join our dynamic team based out of Montreal, Quebec. Join us and be a part of a dedicated group committed to excellence in aviation. In this role, you will be entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing all maintenance operations at the Winnipeg base. Reporting directly to the Senior Maintenance Manager, the Base Engineer leads a team of maintenance professionals and works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager to ensure the adherence to regulatory standards, inspection protocols, Aircraft Certification, and Aircraft Certification, and Aircraft Certification Authority (ACA) requirements. Job Responsibilities Supervise, direct, and coordinate the overall maintenance activities of the base as assigned in accordance with the company MCM. Provide effective communication between departments to maintain the aircraft with a minimum of downtime. Apply and enforce the policies, procedures, requirements, and specifications established by the Company Safety Program, iSMS, manufacturer’s instructions, and the Canadian Aviation Regulations Monitor and control the effectiveness of labour. Plan and schedule the workload on a daily basis to ensure that the required tasks are accomplished. Liaise with the Production Department to coordinate the work-scope for upcoming maintenance tasks. Ensure the hanger work area is maintained in a safe, clean, and orderly manner. Establish, maintain, and enforce paperwork standards for maintenance personnel, in coordination with the Quality Assurance Manager. Qualifications Transport Canada Certified AME License M2 Minimum of 7 years working on aeroplanes in a commercial environment Ability to legally work in Canada. Must be able to obtain and retain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC) Ability to legally work in Canada. Flexibility and willingness to work irregular hours to include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to perform well under pressure, comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights. Safety orientated. Ability to repeatedly lift 50 lbs. Benefits of Working at CMA Group Retirement RRSP contribution matching program. Full health benefits package consisting of extended health, dental, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and travel emergency medical insurance. Employee Family Assistance Program. Corporate rates with Good Life Fitness. Competitive sick and personal leave benefits. Travel Benefits Excellent travel perks within the Central Mountain Air network for employees, their eligible family members, and their buddies. Travel perks for retirees and their eligible spouses. Standby travel for employees and eligible family members on other airlines around the world. Discounts with various hotels and agencies that offer cruises and all-inclusive holidays. Free cargo shipping for employees on the CMA network. Employee Programs Training Assistance Program, Milestone Recognition Program, and Employee Recognition Program. Opportunities for career development, growth, and promotions. Inclusive team atmosphere. How to Apply Click “Apply Now” and ensure to specify the position and base you are interested in! Central Mountain Air is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We strive to create a supportive, accessible, and fulfilling work environment that recognizes and celebrates the unique contributions of each employee to our company’s success. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please let us know. We thank all candidates for their interest in Central Mountain Air; however, only those candidates who are selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.
What you’ll do
Oversee all maintenance operations at the base, leading a team of professionals to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and Aircraft Certification Authority requirements. Coordinate workload and communicate between departments to minimize aircraft downtime while maintaining a safe hangar environment.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Transport Canada Certified AME License M2 and have at least 7 years of experience with aeroplanes in a commercial environment. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and capable of obtaining a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).
Benefits
• Group Retirement RRSP contribution matching program • Extended health • Dental • Short-term disability • Long-term disability • Life insurance • Travel emergency medical insurance • Employee Family Assistance Program • Corporate rates with Good Life Fitness • Sick and personal leave benefits • Travel perks within the Central Mountain Air network • Standby travel on other airlines • Hotel and cruise discounts • Free cargo shipping • Training Assistance Program • Milestone Recognition Program • Employee Recognition Program • Career development opportunities
Listed skills
- Quality assurance · Preferred
- Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
- Team Leadership · Preferred
- interpersonal communication · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Aircraft Maintenance
- Team Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance
- Workload Planning
- Safety Management
- Inspection Protocols
- Interpersonal Communication
- Quality Assurance
- Resource Coordination
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