Tool Maker

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Ltd. (‘DHC’) is a proudly Canadian aerospace company currently transitioning its corporate headquarters to Calgary, AB. DHC is undertaking a consolidation of its underlying subsidiary companies under a single brand currently offering engineering, aftermarket, new aircraft manufacturing, modifications, parts manufacturing, and flight training. DHC currently has approximately 1,200 employees based in BC, AB and ON as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Our strong entrepreneurial spirit, together with a culture of empowerment, quality and innovation create opportunities to grow and succeed in an organization with a proud heritage and bright future.

Position Summary

The Tool Maker is responsible for a broad range of machining equipment and technical expertise to produce precision aerospace components to exacting standards from a wide variety of material.

We are currently looking for an Aviation Machinist (Tool Maker) to join our growing team in Sidney, BC (YYJ) and Calgary, AB (YYC). Become part of an exciting company with a vision of becoming a leader in aviation and aerospace in Canada and the world. This position is part of the Unifor Local 114 bargaining unit. The successful applicant for this role will receive training appropriate to their area.

**Classification**: Aviation Machinist - Tool Maker

**Department**: Tooling

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Machine aircraft parts and/or tooling and other parts from routine and exotic materials utilizing both conventional and CNC equipment.

2. Able to program CNC equipment.

3. Comprehend the specifications of a product by reviewing drawings, samples, and instructions.

4. Capable of meeting all DOT, De Havilland Aircraft of Canada and customer quality requirements.

5. Measure and mark materials for turning, shaping or cutting.

6. Able to assist in training, directing, and supervising junior employees.

7. Able to estimate and plan projects on time and on budget.

8. Able to carry out in-process inspections.

9. Maintaining a clean work area, and alerting their supervisor of any safety concerns.

10. Adhere to health and safety guidelines and principles.

11. Producing quality aerospace parts in collaboration with the rest of the Machine Shop production cell.

12. Working effectively both alone and in a team environment.

13. Observe tools and machines to ensure that feeds are adjusted, the temperature is maintained, and issues are identified.

14. Any other duties assigned.

Experience
- Experience in Aerospace/Aviation is considered an asset.
- At least 5 (five) years working as a Machinist.
- Laser Tracker experience and Metrology experience is an asset.
- Toolmaker’s ticket is an asset.

Education
- Possess an Inter Provincial Machinist Trades Qualification or similar trade equivalency from another recognized national, state, or provincial body.

**Skills**:

- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to perform extremely detailed work.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and understand complex drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
- Good planning and organizational skills.

Special Conditions
- Must be able to meet all physical duties required for this role.
- Shift work will be required based on shift-bid, seniority and company requirements.
- Work to be performed in noisy and often warm production areas, including working with chemicals — all PPE is required at all times.
- Occasionally required to lift heavy objects up to 40 lbs.

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence.

As such, it is an expectation that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals.

Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.