Senior Engineer, Propulsion
Open to candidates residing in Winnipeg, MB, Comox, BC, Greenwood, NS, and Ottawa, ON
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StandardAero is presenting an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Senior Propulsion Engineer. This individual provides Propulsion System Engineering and Configuration Management services in support of the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) fleet of CP140 Aurora Aircraft.
Located in Winnipeg, this role provides technical support to local StandardAero team to ensure cost, quality, and output levels meet desired targets. Investigates and resolves issues of propulsion system engineering,
We offer an environment for career development and advancement and provide a competitive compensation and benefits program including.
What you’ll do:
- Acting as Senior Design Engineer (SDE) for the StandardAero RCAF-Accredited Technical Organization (ATO). The SDE is responsible for the airworthiness-related activities conducted within the ATO. To perform this airworthiness management role, the SDE requires the assignment of technical airworthiness authority by the Technical Airworthiness Authority (TAA). As a designated representative of the TAA, the SDE shall ensure that the airworthiness-related activities of the ATO are performed in compliance with airworthiness rules and standards. The SDE may also perform technical airworthiness functions on behalf of the TAA.
- Provide technical support to RCAF CP140 flight line operations (from Winnipeg and on site) at RCAF Main Operating Bases (MOBs): Comox, and Greenwood.
- Provide technical support to RCAF 2nd line maintenance shops (from Winnipeg and on site) at the MOBs supporting Engine bay, structures shop, and propeller shops.
- Performs propeller, engine and accessory performance analysis and troubleshooting.
- Provides interpretation and clarification of maintenance data (i.e. Instructions for Continued Airworthiness).
- Performs Technical Information Reviews and incorporates amendments into production; develops, reviews, and approved Deviations, Non-Standard Repairs, Maintenance Program Changes, Special Technical Instructions, Modifications, etc. as required.
- Investigates and responds to maintenance defect and preinstallation failure investigations.
- For fleet management purposes, perform data analysis, trending, and propose follow on actions.
- Develops Value Engineering Change Proposals.
- Provides written or verbal technical advice for members of the RCAF; produces reports relating to product serviceability, repair summaries, warranty, failure analysis, product configuration, and Risk Assessments.
Required Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years experience supporting aircraft maintenance.
- University degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
- Working knowledge of transport aircraft propulsion systems.
- Ability to obtain Canadian Secret Clearance will be a requirement.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with RCAF airworthiness processes is a definite asset.
- Environment for career development and advancement
- Results-oriented with experience in using data to drive decisions.
- Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
Benefits that make life better
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- Company pension with 5% Company match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Bonus opportunities
- Health and Dental coverage
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
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Skills Required
- At least 5 years of experience supporting aircraft maintenance
- University degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering
- Working knowledge of transport aircraft propulsion systems
- Ability to obtain Canadian Secret Clearance
- Experience with RCAF airworthiness processes
- Experience using data to drive decisions
- Strong planning, organizational, analytical, leadership, decision-making, oral, and written communication skills
StandardAero Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Provides a 401(k) and has added an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and an Incentive Award (equity) plan, expanding long-term savings and ownership options. These programs complement base pay with additional wealth-building mechanisms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Includes PTO, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, military leave, and parental leave, with some roles accruing PTO that can increase with service. Eligibility for benefits typically begins the first day of the month after hire, indicating structured access to time-off programs.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offers tuition assistance, job training/conferences, company events, and an Employee Assistance Program as part of a comprehensive package. The inclusion of learning support and EAP provides development and wellbeing resources beyond core insurance and retirement.
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What We Do
StandardAero has become one of the aerospace industry’s largest independent maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers. Our company’s success is the outgrowth of the synergistic merger of businesses with complementary specialties that have exponentially increased our capabilities and generated unprecedented customer commitment and value. StandardAero offers extensive MRO services and custom solutions for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, and industrial power customers. Nearly 6,600 professional, administrative and technical employees work in more than 50 major facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe. Services include MRO for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams. StandardAero is owned by Carlyle, a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across four business segments: Corporate Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Credit, and Investment Solutions.
