Engineer, Quality Assurance
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Engineer, Quality Assurance (Ref. #:2026-053) Sunwest Aviation Ltd. is the leading Western Canadian operator of jet and turboprop charter aircraft. Our fleet consists of a wide variety of jets, turboprops and piston aircraft. Based on fleet diversity, Sunwest is able to offer excellent opportunity for advancement. With over twenty-five years of safe operation, we have established a solid reputation in the aviation industry. Operating from a modern facility in Calgary, our aircraft are available for charter to thousands of destinations not served by scheduled airlines. We currently have an opportunity available for an Engineer, Quality Assurance. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, this position is responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to, the following: Type of Employment: Full-time Location: Calgary Position Shift: Monday to Friday, from 8 until 5 Salary/Hourly: Competition Deadline: 2026-11-15 Date Posted: 2026-09-23 Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct assigned internal maintenance department audits and inspections, ensuring completion in accordance with the annual audit program and established timelines.
- Perform external vendor and maintenance organization audits to verify compliance with company standards, regulatory requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Conduct hangar floor compliance monitoring and surveillance activities to ensure maintenance personnel are qualified, authorized, and appropriately supervised when performing assigned tasks.
- Review and assess permanent aircraft weight and balance changes to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Prepare and submit Service Difficulty Reports (SDRs) to Transport Canada as required.
- Prepare and submit Major Repair and Major Modification Reports to Transport Canada in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Investigate audit findings and identified discrepancies to determine root causes and document outcomes within the company's Safety Management System (SMS).
- Develop corrective action plans to effectively address audit findings, non-conformances, and identified risks.
- Verify and validate corrective actions to ensure their effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
- Develop, revise, and document processes, procedures, and work instructions.
- Manage revisions to approved manuals and controlled documents, ensuring distribution and publication in accordance with company document control procedures.
- Prepare and publish memos and other quality assurance communications in accordance with document control requirements.
- Identify, report, and escalate safety concerns, hazards, and regulatory compliance issues through appropriate reporting channels.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing safety, regulatory compliance, operational effectiveness, and maintenance reliability.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned. The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies. In addition personality profiling will be required of all candidates granted an interview for this position. Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:
- Valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) licence considered an asset. Formal internal auditor training considered an asset.
- Previous internal auditing experience considered an asset.
- Root cause analysis training considered an asset.
- Experience with aviation quality assurance and regulatory compliance programs considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of Transport Canada regulations and Safety Management Systems (SMS) considered an asset.cessful candidate should possess the following qualifications and competencies;
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
- Proficient in the use of computer applications and technology, with intermediate-level skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare reports, analyze data, maintain records, and develop professional correspondence using Microsoft Office applications.
- Demonstrated adaptability and ability to respond effectively to changing priorities and operational requirements.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize competing demands. Sunwest offers a competitive, performance-based salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, an Employee & Family Assistance Program, and Group RRSP plan matching. Offering a safe, diverse and innovative environment, Sunwest is respected for integrity and is committed to taking care of our customers, our employees, our partners and our community. Sunwest Aviation is committed to employment equity and will consider the qualifications, education, knowledge and experience of all candidates. We encourage all candidates to apply and the most qualified candidate will be offered the position. Apply Online | Printer Friendly | Send To Friend Email This Job To A Friend: Engineer, Quality Assurance Your Information Your Friend's Information
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Responsibilities
Conduct internal and external audits, maintenance-floor compliance monitoring, and reviews of aircraft weight and balance changes; prepare required reports for Transport Canada. Investigate findings, develop and verify corrective actions, maintain controlled documents, report safety concerns, and support continuous improvement in safety and maintenance reliability.
Requirements
At least five years of aircraft maintenance experience is required, along with strong organizational, communication, analytical, and computer skills, including intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. An AME licence, internal auditor training or experience, root cause analysis training, and experience with aviation quality assurance, Transport Canada regulations, and SMS are considered assets.
Skills
- Internal Auditing
- External Vendor Auditing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective Action Planning
- Safety Management Systems
- Transport Canada Reporting
- Document Control
- Process and Procedure Development
- Data Analysis
- Report Writing
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Communication
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Extended Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Group RRSP Matching
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Categories
- Engineering
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Quality Assurance
- Internal Audits
- External Audits
- Vendor Audits
- Regulatory Compliance
- Transport Canada
- Safety Management System
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective Actions
- Service Difficulty Reports
- Major Repair Reports
- Major Modification Reports
- Aircraft Weight and Balance
- Maintenance Surveillance
- Document Control
- Controlled Documents
- Continuous Improvement
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint