Position Summary

The AME M2 – Dash 8 Q400 is responsible for performing and certifying heavy maintenance activities within an MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul) environment. This role ensures all maintenance and structural work on the De Havilland Dash 8 Q400 is completed and certified in full compliance with Transport Canada regulations, approved maintenance data, and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Heavy Maintenance & Certification

  • Perform heavy maintenance checks including:
    • C-checks and structural inspections
    • Major component removals and installations
    • Cabin, structural, and systems overhaul activities
  • Certify all completed work strictly in accordance with Transport Canada regulations
  • Ensure aircraft are maintained and released to service in an airworthy condition

Structural & Systems Work

  • Carry out structural inspections, corrosion control, and repairs
  • Perform disassembly and reassembly of aircraft systems and components
  • Work on systems including:
    • PW150A engines (support/removal/install tasks)
    • Propellers (Dowty R408)
    • Flight controls and rigging
    • Landing gear systems
    • Hydraulic and electrical systems

Troubleshooting & Rectification

  • Identify and troubleshoot defects discovered during heavy maintenance
  • Perform rectifications in accordance with approved data and engineering instructions
  • Coordinate with engineering for repair schemes when required

Documentation & Compliance

  • Complete, verify, and certify maintenance documentation in accordance with Transport Canada standards
  • Ensure compliance with:
    • Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO) procedures
    • Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM)
    • Structural Repair Manual (SRM)
    • Illustrated Parts Catalogue (IPC)
  • Accurately record all findings, defects, and corrective actions

Inspection & Quality Assurance

  • Perform detailed inspections for structural integrity, wear, and damage
  • Ensure compliance with:
    • Airworthiness Directives (ADs)
    • Service Bulletins (SBs)
  • Maintain high quality and safety standards in an MRO environment

MRO Operations Support

  • Collaborate with production teams, planners, and QA within the hangar environment
  • Support project timelines and heavy check schedules
  • Maintain housekeeping, tooling control, and safety compliance

Qualifications

  • Valid Transport Canada AME M2 License (mandatory)
  • Experience in heavy maintenance / MRO environment
  • Dash 8 Q400 type endorsement or equivalent experience preferred

Technical Skills

  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Heavy maintenance practices and hangar operations
    • Aircraft structures and repair techniques
    • Transport Canada regulatory framework
  • Ability to interpret technical manuals, repair drawings, and engineering orders

Core Competencies

  • High attention to detail and quality workmanship
  • Strong compliance and safety mindset
  • Ability to work in structured heavy maintenance programs
  • Team collaboration in a production-driven environment

Working Conditions

  • Hangar-based heavy maintenance environment (MRO)
  • Shift work including nights and weekends
  • Work at heights, confined spaces, and extended maintenance tasks
  • Physically demanding tasks associated with aircraft overhaul work