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Location: Calgary, AB, Canada
Position: : Permanent, Full-Time (40 hrs/week, overtime potential)
Language of Work: English
About the Opportunity:
Eagle Copters is looking for motivated and hands-on Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentices to join our growing maintenance team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals beginning their careers in aviation maintenance who are eager to learn, build technical skills, and gain experience working on an exciting variety of helicopter types.
As an AME Apprentice, you will work under the supervision of experienced, licensed AMEs and the Director of Maintenance. You’ll support the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of our helicopter fleet while developing the competencies required to progress toward your Transport Canada AME license.
Responsibilities:
As an apprentice, you will assist licensed AMEs with tasks such as:
- • Performing routine and unscheduled maintenance on company and third-party aircraft.
• Supporting troubleshooting activities by helping identify mechanical, electrical, or structural issues.
• Assisting with repairs, component replacements, and system installations (mechanical, hydraulic, fuel,flight controls, etc.).
• Completing documentation for tasks and learning correct technical record procedures.
• Participating in inspections such as FOD checks, incoming aircraft inspections, and quality-control processes.
• Helping maintain shop organization, tool control, and equipment readiness.
• Learning regulatory and OEM procedures, airworthiness standards, and company maintenance practices.
• Supporting the maintenance team with purchasing parts, preparing work areas, and coordinating with supervisors.
• Contributing to a positive, safety-focused work environment.
What we are looking for:
- Enrolled in or recently graduated from an approved Aircraft Maintenance Engineer program, or eligible to register as an AME apprentice with Transport Canada.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and desire to build a long-term career in aircraft maintenance.
- Ability to follow instructions, ask questions, and learn in a hands-on environment.
- Commitment to safety, professionalism, and teamwork.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Eligibility to obtain a RAIC pass is considered an asset.
Experience with helicopters or specific models (Bell 205/212/407/412, S-76, A-Star, AW139) is welcome but not
required
Why Start Your AME Career at Eagle?
- At Eagle Copters, apprentices are an important part of the future of our maintenance team. We offer:
• Comprehensive on-the-job training with experienced AMEs.
• A supportive, respectful, and safety-focused workplace.
• Exposure to a wide range of helicopter types and maintenance tasks.
• A competitive compensation structure with wage progression as you gain hours and experience.
• A full benefits package for permanent employees, including:
o Health, dental, and vision coverage
o Paramedical services
o Health Care Spending Account
o Travel medical
o Life insurance & AD&D
o Short- and long-term disability
o Paid sick/personal days
o Group RRSP with company matching
Inclusion & Eligibility:
Eagle is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with
disabilities, visible minorities, and women.
Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada (citizen, permanent resident, or valid work permit).
We appreciate all interest in joining Eagle Copters, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be
contacted.
Location: Calgary, AB
Position: Full Time
Eagle Copters Maintenance Ltd. (ECML) is a Calgary-based company offering complete helicopter fleet management support to operators since 1975. We offer purchasing, selling, leasing, maintenance and overhaul of helicopters in the global marketplace.
We are currently seeking Aircraft Maintenance Engineers with 5 to 10 years of relevant experience to join our team. The primary work location is 823 McTavish Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 7G9. These are permanent, full-time positions. (40 hours/week) with the possibility of overtime.
The salary range for this position is $88,000 to $122,000 per annum, commensurate of relevant experience and the required qualifications. Not all aircraft-related experience is considered relevant for this position. In some cases, specific licenses and certifications may be used in lieu of years of relevant experience. Relocation assistance may be considered where applicable. The language of work for this position is English.
In this position the AME will report to the Maintenance Manager and be responsible for the maintenance and overhaul of our helicopter fleet. Specifically, the main responsibilities for this position include:
We offer:
- Extended health care benefits
- Annual vacation up to 21 days (based on experience and qualifications)
- Health & dental coverage, paramedical services, life and disability insurance, health care spending account, group retirement savings plan and matching
Key Responsibilities
- Performing repairs and overhauls on leased and third-party aircraft in compliance with the standards of airworthiness and the quality requirements of Eagle Copters;
- Performing both routine scheduled, and emergency maintenance as required on all aircraft;
- Troubleshooting, testing and identifying all problems in the aircraft, and subsequently repairing identified issues;
- Documenting issues along with steps taken for resolution and outcome;
- Collaborating with the QA Manager regarding aircraft work order reviews or internal company audit(s) as required;
- Ensuring all work tools and equipment are in good condition and can be operated safely, and requesting replacement or repair as needed;
- Requesting the purchase of necessary spare parts and supplies as needed;
- Conducting airworthiness inspections and dual inspections, FOD inspections and aircraft final QC inspections sign-outs as required by Eagle Copters policies and procedures;
- Ensuring EASA, JCAB, DGAC aircraft/component maintenance is performed in accordance with approved supplements, and correct maintenance release statements are used;
- Applying the instructions of the applicable regulatory, OEM and company manual(s) to execute assigned maintenance and repair tasks, including replacing and installing mechanical, hydraulic, fuel, and flight control systems;
- Ensuring the final maintenance release in the aircraft logbook has been accomplished in accordance with the regulatory body it is registered too, TC, EASA, JCAB, DGAC or FAA standards as applicable; and
- Assisting in training other employees and contributing to maintaining the company’s positive work environment.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M license or qualify to obtain license
- Valid Transport Canada Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) pass or eligible to obtain;
- Recent and extensive experience working in an AME capacity; and
- Experience working on or have an approved aircraft type endorsement for, at minimum one of the following aircrafts: Bell 205, 212, 407, 412, S-76, H125, or AW139 aircrafts.
Why work at Eagle?
We believe that everyone should enjoy their job and their place of work. We are constantly striving to ensure
our workplace is a respectful, safe, and most importantly a great place to be. Eagle puts a high value on
cooperation, accountability, and dependability.
Employment Equity:
Eagle is an equal opportunity employer and has policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices based on current Canadian legislation. We encourage applications from qualified aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.
Note: No phone calls will be accepted. We appreciate your interest but only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Location: Calgary, AB
Position: Full Time
Hours: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Headquartered in Calgary, AB Eagle Copters Ltd. is a privately owned and operated business with 50 years of experience in the helicopter industry. Eagle Copters has a well-earned reputation for taking a highly personalized approach to providing leading helicopter solutions to customers worldwide. Specializing in helicopter fleet management, including industry leading capabilities in sales, leasing, completions, product development and engineering, and an MRO provider to major OEM platforms. Founded as a single aircraft operation in 1975, today's Eagle Copters has subsidiaries and affiliated operations in Springfield, Missouri (USA), Santiago, (Chile).
Eagle is looking for a talented Avionics Technician, AME-E to join our rapidly growing operations.
Responsibilities:
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Report to the Lead Hands, Avionics Manager and Director of Maintenance on issues affecting the serviceability of aircraft.
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Perform installations of avionics equipment and systems on aircraft.
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Troubleshoot and repair aircraft discrepancies in compliance with manufacturer's standards
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Program, configure and test various products
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Ensure aircraft are maintained in accordance with company and Transport Canada Regulations and quality standards.
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Accurately complete all paperwork in accordance with published procedures, manuals and documentation.
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Maintain the work area in a neat and tidy condition
Required Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:
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Graduate of an approved Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Avionics course and hold a valid TCCA AME-E license.
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Bell family of aircraft, Sikorsky S76 & Leonardo AW139 experience an asset.
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Experience with aircraft heavy maintenance and modifications an asset
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Must be able to obtain and retain a Transport Canada Airport Pass (RAIC)
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Must be Eligibility for Controlled Goods.
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Mechanical aptitude and ability to work safely alone or within a crew
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Understand technical manuals, drawings, and blueprints
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Must be able to travel when required
Other:
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Attend training courses as directed by the company to ensure knowledge and skills are current
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Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate strong organizational skills
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Positive attitude and strong work ethic
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Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team
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Ensure adherence to regulatory/professional standards and company policies
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Make recommendations on policies and procedures to support continuous improvement
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Other duties as assigned
Why work at Eagle?
We believe that everyone should enjoy their job and their place of work. We are constantly striving to ensure our workplace is a respectful, safe and most importantly a great place to be. Eagle puts a high value on cooperation, accountability and dependability.
Eagle benefit package for permanent employees comprises of health, dental, vision care, paramedical coverage (massage therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture etc.), health care spending account, travel medical, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability and paid sick/personal days. We also offer a group RRSP program with company matched contributions. We hold employee appreciation and social events throughout the year, and on-going learning and development programs.
Eagle is an equal opportunity employer and has policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices based on current Canadian legislation. We encourage applications from qualified aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and women.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada, are a permanent resident or hold a current and valid authorization (i.e. work permit).
Currently we are not accepting resumes from candidates located outside of Canada.
No phone calls will be accepted. We appreciate your interest but only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Location: Calgary, AB
Position: Full Time
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Position Revised: November 3, 2025
Reporting to the VP of Engineering, the Avionics Airworthiness Engineer will be an integral member of the Eagle Design Approval Organization (DAO) and the primary Engineering team member responsible for airworthiness compliance and design approval of Avionics and Electrical technical solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Accountability for all Avionics and Electrical related Design Change Approval certification programs
undertaken by the Eagle DAO. - Make Findings of Compliance to Avionics and Electrical related Standards of Airworthiness as
delegated by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA). - Coordinate with TCCA on certification project objectives, planning, testing and schedule.
- Contribute to the development and operation of the Eagle TCCA DAO as part of the Airworthiness Control Committee (ACC).
- Create, review and approve certification data packages, including technical drawings, installation manuals, Instructions for Continuing Airworthiness, flight manuals, test plans, test reports, technical analyses, substantiation reports, certification plans, etc.
- Create, review and approve stand alone Minor Change Approvals as well as Minor changes to Eagle Design Approvals within the Avionics and Electrical scope.
- Manage engineering certification and design projects utilizing both internal and external resources ensuring successful project completion.
- Provide support for all customer and company Avionics and Electrical requests including providing certification assessments, technical solutions and proposals.
- Provide technical support to customers, installers, and the customer Technical Support team in support of the installation and certification of aeronautical products.
- Remain current on new Avionics and Electrical technical solutions and certification requirements based on customer input, regulatory updates and the latest trends in technology.
- Attend trade shows, workshops, conferences and training courses as directed by the company to ensure knowledge and skills are current and to expand delegation scope when required.
- Independently conduct online research and communicate with vendors to update understanding of avionics and electrical products.
- Develop, and enforce compliance with, internal policies, procedures, and standards to support continuous improvement.
- Mentor less experienced colleagues and delegate candidates.
Required Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications:
- Current or previous TCCA delegation to make findings of compliance for Avionics and Electrical related airworthiness standards, or
Equivalent current or previous delegation under a foreign regulatory body in the Avionics and Electrical speciality, or Proven eligibility for delegation in accordance with AWM 505 in the Avionics and Electrical speciality. - Bachelor’s degree, Diploma or equivalent in a related field (e.g. Aerospace, Electrical, Avionics, etc.).
- Eligibility for certification under APEGA or ASET.
- Minimum of 10 years aviation/aerospace engineering experience.
- Minimum of 10 years aviation electrical/avionics integration design, substantiation and airworthiness certification experience.
- Experience with aircraft certification and familiarity with TCCA CAR 521, 527, 529 and equivalents.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and effectively handle changing priorities.
- Have a positive attitude and strong work ethics.
- Possess a high degree of cultural awareness, respect, and sensitivity.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Adherence to regulatory / professional standards and company policies
Other: Preference will be given to applicants who also possess
- Part 27 or 29 Helicopter completions and/or STC experience.
- General aviation aircraft completions and/or STC experience.
- Engineering project management experience.
- Experience as an installer of avionics systems in addition to Engineering experience.
- Familiarity with FAA 8110‐3 and 337 Approvals procedures
Why work at Eagle?
We believe that everyone should enjoy their job and their place of work. We are constantly striving to ensure our workplace is a respectful, safe and most importantly a great place to be. Eagle puts a high value on cooperation, accountability and dependability.
Eagle benefit package for permanent employees comprises of health, dental, vision care, paramedical coverage (massage therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture etc.), health care spending account, travel medical, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability and paid sick/personal days. We also offer a group RRSP program with company matched contributions. We hold employee appreciation and social events throughout the year, and on-going learning and development programs.
Eagle is an equal opportunity employer and has policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices based on current Canadian legislation. We encourage applications from qualified aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and women.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada, are a permanent resident or hold a current and valid authorization (i.e. work permit).
Currently we are not accepting resumes from candidates located outside of Canada.
No phone calls will be accepted. We appreciate your interest but only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Location: Calgary, AB
Position: Full Time
Hours: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
Position Overview:
Reporting directly to the Component Shop Manager the experienced Component AME / Technician will be responsible for component inspections, repairs and complete component overhauls.
Required Skills & Knowledge:
- AME license or formal education (diploma/certificate) in an appropriate area of study.
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in helicopter component maintenance or overhaul.
- Bell approved training/experience with BHT204/ 205/ 212/ 412/ 407 and 206 Series is preferred.
- Ability to understand and complete certification processes on Component technical records as per company policies.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, as well as a proven team player.
- Utilize, understand and follow the instructions of the applicable approved manuals to carry out tasks.
- Strong attention to detail, and proven mechanical aptitude.
Duties / Responsibilities:
- Execute component shop Work Order procedures in accordance with company standards.
- Review and verify Component History Cards for accuracy, including times removed from the aircraft (A/C), Time Since New (TSN), and Runs In (RIN).
- Accurately enter all work order details, including parts ordering, services performed, discrepancies, and corrective actions.
- Disassemble, clean, and inspect components and parts as required.
- Prepare detailed tear-down reports following inspection requirements.
- Review applicable Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Alert Service Bulletins (ASBs) for compliance.
- Ensure all components and parts have proper documentation and certification before installation or assembly.
- Assemble components and sub-assemblies in accordance with approved technical data.
- Ensure all build and inspection sheets are accurately completed, and required Dual Inspections are performed.
- Maintain and update technical records and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Adhere to all company policies, safety procedures, and code of conduct to maintain a safe and professional work environment.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow directions effectively while maintaining the ability to work independently when required.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.
- Overtime may be required based on workload or operational needs.
Why work at Eagle?
We believe that everyone should enjoy their job and their place of work. We are constantly striving to ensure our workplace is respectful, safe, and most importantly a great place to be. Eagle puts a high value on cooperation, accountability, and dependability.
Eagle acknowledges and respects industry experience and bases wages on prior experience and qualifications.
Eagle benefit package for permanent employees comprises of health, dental, vision care, paramedical coverage (massage therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture etc.), health care spending account, travel medical, life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability and paid sick/personal days. We also offer a group RRSP program with company matched contributions. We hold employee appreciation and social events throughout the year, and on-going learning and development programs.
Eagle is an equal opportunity employer and has policies in place to prevent discrimination in our hiring practices based on current Canadian legislation. We encourage applications from qualified aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.
All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada, are a permanent resident or hold a current and valid authorization (i.e. work permit).
No phone calls will be accepted. We appreciate your interest but only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.