Job Description

AirPro SAR Services Inc., a joint venture between Airbus Defence and Space and PAL Aerospace, is proud to support Canada's Fixed Wing Search and Rescue (FWSAR) program. Our mission is clear: keep Canada's CC295 Kingfisher fleet mission-ready to save lives across one of the largest and most challenging search and rescue regions in the world. At AirPro, we manage all Integrated Support Services (ISS) activities--encompassing engineering, logistics, maintenance, IT systems, infrastructure, and material support--throughout the entire product lifecycle. Our dedicated team ensures that Canada's state-of-the-art search and rescue aircraft are always mission-ready, performing at their peak when it matters most.
In this role, you will be the Fleet Management Specialist playing a key part in ensuring the delivery and maintenance of the C295 fleet and the effective planning, coordination, and oversight of fleet maintenance and sustainment activities across Canada. This includes managing aircraft stagger schedules, forecasting maintenance requirements, ensuring material and equipment availability, and overseeing MRO induction and operations. Your work will directly support the operational readiness and reliability of the RCAFs aircraft fleet. Your work will help ensure every aircraft is equipped to launch when the call comes, because in SAR, every second counts.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generation and maintenance of the aircraft fleet stagger management
• Monitor and tracking of lifted items on the aircraft
• Forecasting scheduled maintenance across the different Main Operating Bases
• Review material and Support & Test Equipment requirements for scheduled maintenance and ensure availability
• Conduct of the Maintenance Repair Organization (MRO) Induction planning conference
• Oversight of the MRO operations and readiness for aircraft acceptance
• Participate in focus discussions related to Fleet Management and the maintenance program
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications and skills:

• Completion of a bachelor's degree or diploma focused on engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the aerospace industry
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the execution and management of aircraft maintenance
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance practices is considered an asset
• A strong level of operational knowledge in MS Excel
• Knowledge of MS Project for planning/scheduling purposes
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills

What we offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• A hybrid working model (50/50), allowing for a minimum of 50% of your time in the office and up to 50% working from home

Join Us on This Meaningful Journey!
This is a rare chance to contribute directly to a mission of national significance. Picture yourself as the architect of solutions, the innovator who transforms challenges into triumphs, ensuring our Kingfisher fleet is always prepared to respond to critical missions and safeguard lives. Your expertise will not just keep our fleet operational; it will save lives, protect communities, and inspire confidence in those who depend on us.
In the spirit of creativity and resourcefulness, we seek individuals who see possibilities where others see obstacles, who thrive on turning challenges into solutions. Join us in crafting a future where ingenuity knows no bounds and where your contributions can truly make a difference for Canada.
AirPro is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion. We recognize, support, and respect individuals from all backgrounds. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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