Aircraft Structural Technician

4 weeks ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada National Research Council Canada Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Structural Technician to join our Structural Integrity team at the National Research Council Canada. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading practical test activities, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our Structural Integrity Test Facility, and collaborating with senior personnel and external clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead practical test activities from test set-up to test tear-down, including facility preparation, test rig set-up and alignment, test article configuration and inspection, control system setup and calibration, data acquisition system setup, calibration and data collection, test operations including operator training, and functional supervision.
  • Ensure that the test specimen/aircraft is in the prescribed configuration for testing, including responsibility for ensuring that all of the aircraft's systems and components are installed correctly, according to Canadian Forces Technical Orders and agreed test procedures and specifications.
  • Review inspection requirements prepared by the Inspection Task Leader prior to each inspection, determine and ensure that appropriate access to internal aircraft structure is provided to enable the performance of predetermined inspections during test down times.
  • Carry out preparation of detailed instruction and parts breakdown illustration packages to accelerate the re-assembly process after each inspection shutdown.
  • For each necessary specimen/aircraft teardown, scheduled or unscheduled, review and ensure that all disassembly has been reinstated to the specified configuration.
  • Ensure that all mechanical loading systems are returned to test status and are functional.
  • Certify to the Project Manager through signature on the Test Stop/Resume Authorization Form that the re-assembly has been performed properly and that functionality has been confirmed at the end of each specimen/aircraft teardown.

Requirements

  • Certification and extensive experience (7+ years) as a Canadian Forces Aviation Systems Technician with expertise in aircraft structures, control surface removal and installation, and metal working. Civilian AME or AMT with maintenance/overhaul experience will be considered.
  • Extensive experience working on airframe structures, aircraft flight control surface removal, installation, and rigging. Preference will be given to those with CF-18 and/or CH-146 Griffon experience.
  • Extensive experience working with Canadian Forces Technical Orders and pertinent specifications and/or equivalent civilian technical maintenance manuals.
  • Some experience with machine shop equipment, practices, and quality control techniques.
  • Significant experience of visual, close visual, and borescope inspections.
  • Significant experience in calibration techniques.
  • Experience working accurately from mechanical drawings, with an understanding of precision alignment and fitting of components.
  • Experience operating overhead cranes and aircraft maintenance stands.

Assets

  • Some experience working with composites.
  • Demonstrated experience of the operation and calibration of MTS servo hydraulic load frames.
  • Hands-on experience in test control principles, full-scale structural test techniques, and in the operation of a direct digital full-scale control and data acquisition systems including the maintenance of mechanical and servo hydraulic sub-systems.

Language Requirements

English

Assessment Criteria

  • Demonstrated ability to self-manage multiple concurrent projects and appropriately balance work load in order to maintain project schedules.
  • Understanding of mechanical testing and test data collection for both static and fatigue testing.
  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems including actuators, servo valves, and pumps.
  • Knowledge of machine shop equipment and other fabrication equipment used for both fabrication and assembly processes.
  • Knowledge of technical orders, service manuals, and pertinent specifications.
  • Knowledge of NDT techniques including eddy current and Ultrasonic inspection specific to aero applications.
  • Advanced knowledge of aircraft fasteners, their applications, and installation requirements.

Compensation

From $73,744 to $94,839 per annum.

The NRC Advantage

The National Research Council of Canada is the Government of Canada's largest research organization supporting industrial innovation, the advancement of knowledge, and technology development. We collaborate with over 70 colleges, universities, and hospitals annually, work with 800 companies on their projects, and provide advice or funding to over 8000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) each year.

We bring together the brightest minds to deliver tangible impacts on the lives of Canadians and people around the world. And now, we want to partner with you. Let your expertise and inspirations make an impact by joining the NRC.

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