Aerodynamics Specialist

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Engineer to join our team at Porter Airlines.

About the Role

This position is responsible for communicating with Pratt & Whitney and monitoring the progress of engines and APUs in for repair. You will work closely with Manager, Engineering & Propulsion to develop and maintain the engine and APU change schedule on all fleet types.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Liaise with Pratt & Whitney as well as other engine component OEMs when technical issues arise.
• Create and maintain engine removal schedules.
• Liaise with Pratt & Whitney shop to ensure TATs are met.
• Aid shop with QEC build-up and teardown procedures and technical queries.
• Track and assess engine airworthiness directives, service bulletins, modifications, and service letters.
• Assist stores with part disposition with regards to reparability or scrapping and monitor parts removed for troubleshooting status.
• Assist purchasing and warranty with PN effectivity, technical queries, and sourcing of tooling and equipment when necessary.
• Participate with OEM and vendor working groups to ensure product improvement and bring Porter concerns to them for action.
• Utilization of the Safety Management System [SMS] reporting program and adherence to the Safety Policy.
• Travel in support of on-site shop visits for unscheduled removals, investigations, and process inspections as required.

Behavioural Competencies

• Concern for Safety: Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
• Teamwork: Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
• Passenger/Customer Service: Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
• Initiative: Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
• Results Focus: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent with the organization's standards.
• Fostering Communication: Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education.
• Minimum 5 years' experience.
• Transport Canada issued AME M2 license or equivalent required.
• DHC-8-Q400 and/or Embraer E1 or E2 experience an asset.
• Valid passport and ability to travel an asset.
• Well organized, detail oriented, and able to work autonomously.
• Proven self-starter with good time management skills and able to multi-task.
• Able to obtain airside security clearance.
• No criminal record as per TC CARs.
• Valid G driver's license.
• Knowledge of RAAS (Remote Access Aviation System) and AMOS an asset.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel an asset.

Salary Estimate

$80,000 - $120,000 per year.