Technical Flight Inspector

Flexible Work Agreement TypeHybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date2024-02-23

Job GradeANS-TEC-2

Pay Range$86,360 - $115,731

Job SummaryResponsible for assessing the integrity of instrument approaches and airway procedures that constitute the Canadian Air Navigation System infrastructure to provide en-route and precision approach guidance to ensure safe aircraft movement from departure to arrival.

Performs safe and efficient airborne inspections of all space and ground based instrument flight procedures; validates electronic signals in space against International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Challenging, team-oriented work environment
• Competitive compensation and flexible benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Flexible work arrangements
• Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:

• Assesses facility and approach performance and decides on required actions to meet compulsory standards
• Conducts airborne assessments; evaluates and directs all facility adjustments; selects and performs contingency procedures; executes specific tests; analyzes results and authorizes operational use.
• Completes on-the-job training for new employees
• Conducts facility tracking, FIS database management, AIM service design support, creates procedures and training documentation
• Provides mission and inspection coordination to Technical Operations; coordinates mission details; participates in pilot briefings; produces on-site inspection plans for co-ordination with engineering, local airport authorities, etc.
• Provides inspection communications. Communicates with station staff, pilot, etc. enabling successful completion of inspection; identifies issues; generates inspection reports; explains abnormalities or deficiencies while in the aircraft or on the ground at the facility under evaluation
• Completes detailed analysis of inspection results for audit reports        
• Provides surveys of navigational aids and airport environments utilized as an accountable source for publication of results; utilizes survey equipment to track aircraft movements

Job Requirements

Education:

• Secondary school diploma or equivalent and a recognized diploma or degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Sciences, Electronics Engineering Technology or an equivalent program (or equivalent work experience)

Experience:

• Experience in the maintenance of complex electronic equipment
• Exposure to the monitoring or maintenance of Radio Frequency (RF) equipment
• Exposure to air navigation systems would be considered an asset

Knowledge (45):

• Knowledge of electronic theory, computer systems, and network management
• Knowledge of techniques and practices to maintain and certify electronic equipment and systems
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance schedules and priorities
• Knowledge of troubleshooting techniques
   

Abilities (30):

• Excellent fault finding skills
• Audit / verification skills are required to assess compliance with standards and procedures
• Analytical skills to interpret or analyze information, reports and data

Personal Suitability (25):

• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions under pressure

Working conditions:

• This position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
• Travel required.
• The employee will be required to work irregular hours while travelling which can also include night flying.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive in accordance with NAV CANADA’s Drug and Alcohol policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.