Job Description
Overview
As a member of the military, Aviation Systems Technicians handle, service, and maintain Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) aircraft, ground equipment, and associated support facilities.
Responsibilities
- Test, inspect and repair aviation systems including propulsion, airframe, and basic electrical components.
- Perform quality assurance checks.
- Prepare and maintain aircraft forms and statistical data.
- Operate aircraft support equipment.
- Perform aircraft handling tasks such as parking, towing, marshalling, starting, refueling, cleaning, and de‑icing.
Work Environment
Aviation Systems Technicians work at air bases in aircraft maintenance organizations, maintenance hangars, aboard aircraft, and on the flight line. They may also support tactical helicopter units and ships. The role requires shift work and overtime; deployments can range from C...