Cfts Ame e Apprentice

**AME - E Fixed Wing Apprentice**

**We’re all about **the craft.**

KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft solutions for corporate, commercial and military customers worldwide. At our facility in Southport, Manitoba, we support the Royal Canadian Airforce (RCAF) by providing state-of-the-art Pilot training.

**JOB OVERVIEW**

Are you waiting for just the right opportunity to get your career as an AME off the ground? Looking for a place that provides a progression through the TC (Transport Canada) Aircraft Maintenance Program while working with a team of AME professionals? That opportunity is right here with KF Aerospace Defence Programs

As an AME Apprentice, you will have these responsibilities:

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- _Project Maintenance:_ _The AME - E Apprentice works under supervision to carry out maintenance including unscheduled inspections, troubleshooting, servicing/repairing of aircraft and aeronautical products in accordance with the appropriate performance rules. The AME - E Apprentice will:

- Acquire knowledge of various systems - air conditioning, hydraulics, engines, flight controls, landing gear, avionics, electrical generation, oxygen, fuel, and pneumatics - on multiple aircraft.
- Engaging in basic trouble shooting on assigned task
- Report to the Crew Chief any unserviceable condition discovered
- _ Demonstrated Technical Skills:_ _The AME - E Apprentice will be able to demonstrate his/her ability to perform the following technical functions:

- Identify, obtain, use, and test appropriate tools for assigned tasks
- Basic knowledge of Standard Wiring Practices and Avionics Systems
- Able to inspect and identify defects
- Able to find and read applicable wiring drawings
- Be familiar with and capable of the safe operation of ground equipment
- Wear all appropriate personal protective equipment
- _ Documentation:_ _The AME - E Apprentice is expected to become familiar with the general Aerospace paperwork and parts ordering which involves ensuring appropriate documentation is complete and submitted to an endorsed AME or Crew Chief for ACA approval.

**REQUIREMENTS**
- Graduate from or currently enrolled in a TC accredited approved “Aircraft Maintenance Avionics Program”
- Valid Manitoba’s Driver’s License or ability to obtain one
- Valid Canadian passport or ability to obtain one
- Ability to read technical manuals and drawings
- Ability to work within structured repair guidelines
- Strong mechanical and aptitude
- Work well within a team
- Interpersonal and customer service skills
- Basic computer and math skill
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner
- Able to take direction
- Ability to work 40 hours a week in rotating shift work environment, days and evenings with occasional weekends.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Works and Government Services enhanced Reliability Clearance.

**LAUNCH YOUR CAREER**

As an **AME Apprentice **with KF Aerospace you can start a rewarding career with a team of people who are passionate about their craft. We offer a competitive wage, with bi-annual performance and wage reviews.

**BENEFITS**
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- Health Spending Account
- Disability, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
- Employee & Family Assistance Program
- Employee Pension
- Wellness Spending Account
- Access to on-site gym, and much more

**HOW TO APPLY