Job Description
Founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) CF-18 fighter pilots who identified an opportunity to improve military readiness training, Top Aces has since established itself as the world leader in contracted adversary air (ADAIR) services and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) training.
We pride ourselves on our unblemished safety record, having flown an industry leading 130,000+ hours of operational training without accident in support of customers worldwide, including Canada, the U.S., Germany, and multiple other NATO allies and international partner nations.
Our vision is to be the most trusted provider of innovative defense training solutions, continuously elevating standards in an industry where "Experience Matters." This commitment to innovation and technology ensures we remain adaptable, training allied militaries to succeed against evolving threats.
Top Aces’ dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!
Join our team!
SUMMARY:
The Technicians are an integral part of our Return to Service team. Their experience, practical knowledge, creativity, and problem‑solving skills will ensure that the aircraft are assembled in accordance with applicable documentation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide aircraft disassembly, reassembly, LRU removal and installation, line maintenance, line servicing and inspection level maintenance tasks as assigned.
Ensure the work accomplished on any aircraft or component is in compliance with:
Applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions
Company Policies and Procedures
Regulated safety standards
Ensure that all replacement parts are inspected, eligible, and properly certified prior to installation
Ensure that removed parts are properly tagged and routed to quarantine
Carry out maintenance, repair, modification and daily inspection of the company aircraft as detailed in the company maintenance control manual
Complete and certify work reports for all work accomplished on the aircraft
Read blueprints, interpret schematics, complex technical diagrams and drawings
Follow company procedures as per the maintenance control manual using safe work practices
Carry out both line and heavy maintenance activities in accordance with operational standards
Carry out Independent Checks when authorized as per company policies and procedures
Operate aircraft towing equipment in towing operations
Perform preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and aircraft systems and subsystems
Operate and service ground support equipment
As an employee, you are responsible for:
Working in compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) acts and regulations.
Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment, as necessary and when required.
Reporting any hazards or potential safety risks (such as unsafe situations and activities) to a supervisor immediately.
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS
Proven track record of success working on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment, initiative and technical/specialized knowledge
Able to work well in a team and within a fast-paced environment
Motivated, self‑starter – able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision
Strong problem‑solving abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
Computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) license/certification or equivalent experience required
Inspection Authorization (IA) certification a plus
EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED required
Associate degree strongly preferred, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent a plus
A minimum of 5 years overall aircraft maintenance experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, walk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This position requires close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
The employee is required to regularly work in both office and outside weather environments. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and vibrations, and is frequently exposed to very hot or cold, wet or humid conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. The noise level is occasionally very loud.
These physical demands and work conditions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone
SPECIAL WORK CONDITIONS
Must be a US Citizen or hold a valid Green Card
Domestic and International Travel may be required
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees working in this position and within this Job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
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Job Tags
Work experience placement, Local area, Immediate start, Worldwide,