Top Aces is a privately owned, Montreal-based global leader in aerospace and defence founded in 2000 by three former Royal Canadian Air Force CF-18 fighter pilots. We provide advanced adversary (Red Air), air-defense and Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) training services to allied forces around the globe, including Canada, Germany and the USA.
Top Aces is changing the face of air combat training with our innovative technology, highly experienced team and an unparalleled safety record of more than 100 000 operational training hours flown in support of our customers worldwide. Our dynamic team contributes to delivering on our purpose of training the next generation of combat leaders by living our values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Together every day!
Join our team!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan and perform inspections on ALSE equipment for DND and Top Aces aircrews as per established procedures;
- Carry out periodic inspections on various survival equipment used by Top Aces;
- Maintain the DND and Top Aces ALSE inventory;
- Maintain the Ottawa ALSE shop tools and test equipment per OEM’s standards;
- Ensure all bases and pack ups are equipped with adequate spares for day to day Ops;
- Submit to the ALSE manager a monthly report on DND ALSE inspection carried out in the past month;
- Fit new DND and Top Aces aircrew with ALSE equipment;
- Order the required equipment for new personnel;
- Perform repairs on ALSE equipment, as detailed in established procedures;
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) on all ALSE related topic;
- Participate in deployments from time to time as directed by the Group Leader through the ALSE manager;
- Maintain the ALSE Support Centre in a clean and tidy condition;
- Liaise with 414 Squadron (Sqn) on ALSE related manner;
- Pursue initiatives to improve ALSE equipment in an economical fashion;
- Develop and implement PSP overhaul procedures;
- Perform general administrative duties related to the ALSE Support Centre operation;
- Carry out dinghy drill, emergency egress, and other required training to DND and Top Aces personnel;
- Develop and perform training on ALSE equipment inspections to other Top Aces technicians;
- Flight Safety representative for the Ottawa site;
- Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor;
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
- High school graduate or equivalent;
- Minimum 5 years of ALSE experience to include intermediate maintenance required;
- Familiar with Transport Canada publications;
- Experience utilizing an Enterprise Ressource Planning (ERP), an asset.
Skills:
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices;
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision;
- Able to problem solve and troubleshoot;
- Able to communicate in English;
- Team player;
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service;
- Autonomous;
- Ability to perform all work in support of our Corporate Values.
Working Conditions
- Occasional travel required
Occupational Health and Safety Responsibilities:
You will have the following responsibilities in order to comply with the company's Occupational Health and Safety program:
Employees are responsible for:
- Working in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety acts and regulations
- Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment
- Reporting hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) to their supervisor immediately.
Security Clearance Requirements/ CGP / ITAR:
Position requires Controlled Goods Clearance and Level 2 Secret Clearance
By joining Top Aces, you will find:
- A work environment in which service, integrity, excellence and teamwork are highly valued;
- Opportunities for development and growth;
- Multidisciplinary and multicultural collaboration at a local and global level;
- A flexible schedule;
- Attractive benefit plan.
Come share your passion with us! Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Top Aces, all employees are welcome regardless of race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age. The masculine form may be used in this job description solely for ease of reading but refers to men, women and gender diversity.
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