Technical Support - Aviation Maintenance (Avionics) - Borden, Ontario

Job summary

The incumbent provides technical support for aviation programs by maintaining, repairing, and organizing avionics tools and equipment. They also assist faculty with classroom demonstrations and ensure students adhere to safety protocols in lab environments.

Job details

If you are a current Fanshawe College employee, please apply to jobs directly through Workday. Do not apply on the external career page. Interested in growing your career at Fanshawe College? Fanshawe College thrives because of its people. We foster a culture of excellence and see opportunities to turn potential into impact. Leading with empathy, belonging, unity, learning and courage, we guide the learning journey of our students, ensuring they are ready for work and life, today and tomorrow. Working at Fanshawe College Fanshawe College is committed to the principles of hybrid work and may offer this option to employees whose work can be performed in an alternate location, without adverse impact to the operations of the College, inclusive of our Student and Staff experience. Confirmation of hybrid work options available to you will be clarified upon hire and may be subject to change based on the duties required of your position. Successful candidates will be required to perform work within Ontario and must be available to work on campus, as required. Posting Closing Date: September 23, 2026 Campus Location: Borden, ON Department: CAF1 CAF Fanshawe Employment Group: Support Pay Details: $44.48 Hourly Worker Sub-Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Remote Type: In-Person Contract End Date: Hours of Work per Week: 35 Job Description: Location: Borden, Ontario Support Staff employees, as defined by the Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement, will be given first consideration. Note: 1 vacancy available. This position is deemed a critical vacancy. Payband: This position is paid at Payband J, $44.48 - $51.40 per hour. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Why this Role is Important Under the general supervision of the Project’s Senior Leader, the incumbent provides technical support and assistance to staff, faculty and students in the daily operations, maintenance, organization and implementation of Aviation related programs in CAF - Fanshawe. The incumbent will service and repair tools and equipment in the school which may include ordering/purchasing of parts, designing and building training aides. How You’ll Make an Impact Provides technical support to CAF - Fanshawe Technology that includes: Service and repair all Avionics tools and equipment (install, clean, adjust, dismantle, recondition, repair/rebuild/replace parts, assemble and test as required) Record maintenance and repair activities for aircraft/equipment Requisition maintenance supplies as required Tool control Develops instructional aids to demonstrate techniques and prepares materials for related classes Assist professors with large classes by demonstrating use of tools, equipment or techniques related to learning objectives taught in classrooms and lab spaces. Monitors students to ensure they adhere to safety requirements. Demonstrate tools, equipment or techniques to other staff to ensure the use of specific tool and lab equipment conforms to College safe operating procedures, manufacturer specifications or specific conditions that may be unique to the individual piece of equipment. Prepare and maintain a suitable preventative maintenance program for related program equipment. Maintain Safety Data Sheets for assigned labs. Other duties as assigned What You’ll Bring Certified and maintained Aviation Maintenance Engineering – AME-E or AME-M2 with avionics experience 5 years of recent related avionics experience An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered Military industry experience is an asset What This Opportunity Offers Comprehensive Pension & Benefits: Join a defined-benefit pension plan (through the CAAT Pension Plan) that delivers predictable lifetime retirement income, plus dental, disability, travel insurance and extended health coverage. Vacation: Enjoy paid time off and benefit from a scheduled holiday closure that offers additional rest and time with family during the winter season Tuition & Professional Development: Continue your learning journey — eligible employees and their dependents can take select Fanshawe programs or courses at a reduced cost Inclusive, Meaningful Campus environment: Work alongside passionate colleagues in an inclusive culture that values diversity, drives student success, and connects you to the local community and campus life. Ready to Apply? Bring your technical expertise to a collaborative team that's preparing the next generation of aviation professionals. Apply today to join Fanshawe College. Fanshawe College uses Workday to manage recruitment and hiring processes. Educational Credentials While transcripts are not required for the interview, they are mandatory as a condition of employment. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Fanshawe College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equity, value diversity, and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Accommodation Fanshawe College provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the recruiter leading the recruitment will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs. Accommodation requests per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act can be emailed to: askhr@fanshawec.ca Land Acknowledgement Fanshawe College would like to acknowledge and honour the Anishinaabe, Lotinuhsyuní and Lenape people of southwestern Ontario as the traditional owners and custodians of the lands and waterways where Fanshawe College is located. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The incumbent provides technical support for aviation programs by maintaining, repairing, and organizing avionics tools and equipment. They also assist faculty with classroom demonstrations and ensure students adhere to safety protocols in lab environments.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a certified Aviation Maintenance Engineering license (AME-E or AME-M2) with at least 5 years of recent avionics experience. Military industry experience is considered an asset for this role.

Benefits

• Defined-benefit pension plan • Dental coverage • Disability insurance • Travel insurance • Extended health coverage • Paid time off • Tuition reduction

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Technical Support · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Avionics maintenance
• Tool repair
• Equipment maintenance
• Technical support
• Instructional aid development
• Safety compliance
• Preventative maintenance
• Aircraft maintenance
• Lab management
• Technical documentation
• Employment Equity
• Courage
• Empathy
• Laboratory Equipment
• Time Off Management
• Avionics
• Computer-Aided Audit Tools
• Leadership
• Operations
• Purchasing

Job areas

• Education
• Engineering
• Trades
• Technology
• Lead Avionics Technician
• Avionics Technician
• Electronics Mechanics and Servicers
• Avionics Technicians