Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception. 

WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now were going global. 

Join us, this is where your career story takes off.

Remote Work:

This position is eligible for remote work, within Canada, under our mobile workforce program. 

Overview of role:

WestJet is seeking a Senior Fleet Engineer to join our team. This individual will exhibit a high standard of excellence, enjoys challenges, and is results driven. The incumbent must be highly motivated and demonstrate the ability to work in an agile environment.

The Senior Fleet Engineer reports to the Sr. Manager, In-Service Engineering and is responsible for research, planning, implementation, and the support of technical changes to aircraft configuration, In-Service campaigns and maintenance program, in their specific assigned areas. These technical changes consist of airframe and component Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, Service Letters, major and minor modifications, repairs, and any other alterations made to aircraft and aeronautical products. The Senior Fleet Engineer is also responsible for program compliance, modification status reporting, as well providing engineering assistance to all applicable teams within Technical Operations and WestJet.

Key deliverables include:

• In-Service Engineering support for structural issues (AOG events, defect evaluations, repair instructions).
• Author and approve structural repair schemes within delegated authority (in alignment with AEO scope).
• Coordinate with OEMs, DERs, and TC as required for major repairs or modifications.
• Evaluate SRM limits, ADs, SBs, and manufacturer repair documents to support timely aircraft return to service.
• Investigate repetitive structural findings and propose corrective actions.
• Drive campaigns to reduce recurring damage, corrosion, or repair costs.
• Maintain detailed repair and damage records for configuration control and lease return obligations.
• Work with Heavy Maintenance Planning and Base Maintenance to pre-plan structural tasks.
• Partner with Reliability, Fleet Chiefs, and Aircraft Programs on fleet-wide structural improvement campaigns.
• Liaise with MCC, Tech Support, and Line Maintenance for defect troubleshooting.
• Review, incorporate and follow up on all structures related Airworthiness Directives and Service Bulletins on WestJet fleet to ensure that all mandatory and non-mandatory modifications are properly assessed, decided and complied with in a timely manner to maintain aircraft airworthiness and safety standard.

Experience and qualifications:

• Must possess an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license (M or S license) or a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Must have a minimum of 6 years experience working in an airline maintenance environment.
• Background in supporting or holding an AEO/DAO delagtion is considered an asset.
• Must have strong technical knowledge and experience in Aircraft Structures.
• Must have experience with Dash 8-Q400 and/or Boeing 737.
• Experience with Boeing 787 aircraft considered an asset.
• Ability to understand and apply a wide variety of service, maintenance, engineering, and repair documentation.
• Ability to create engineering controls and task cards within Computerized Maintenance Tracking System (CMTS).
• Experience with TRAX/eMRO considered an asset.
• Microsoft O365 application fluency (Outlook, Teams, Planner, SharePoint, OneDrive).
• High degree of interpersonal and communication proficiency, including written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with multiple cross departmental stakeholders.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage projects to successful completion on tight timeframes.
• Proven planning and organizational skills as well as attention to detail.

The benefits of being a WestJetter:  

WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package.  On top of that, we offer:   

• A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win  
• Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
• Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs  

Think we are a fit?  Apply now!  

About WestJet Group of Companies  

WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
 
As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.   

Our Safety Promise  

At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.  

WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJets operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJets Alcohol and Drug Policy.   

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet – and that is our people. WestJet is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates our differences by way of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we want to you bring your full self to work and feel appreciated for your contributions.

At WestJet, we welcome unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds - if you’re passionate and excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification in the posting. We are committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruiting process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.

We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.

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