B RPAS Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Evergreen) (Kingston)

About This Role Training Centre Operations at CAE lies at the heart of our commitment to training excellence across Civil Aviation and Defense & Security. As part of this team, you’ll develop and provide training, continually enhance program quality, and ensure seamless operations and service excellence, empowering pilots, aircrew, and mission‑critical teams to excel when it matters most. Behind the scenes, you play a vital role in equipping them with the skills and readiness they need to succeed—through every moment, milestone, and mission. With a team that values growth, collaboration, and a shared sense of purpose, CAE offers a dynamic environment where your contributions to training create a lasting impact on the future of safety and readiness worldwide. All for being ready & resilient. Aircraft Maintenance Technician – MQ‑9B SkyGuardian RPAS Program We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join CAE in support of the MQ‑9B SkyGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) program . This program is the first of its kind delivered to the RCAF and offers a unique opportunity for you to bring your expertise and dedication to work on this groundbreaking aviation system. The successful candidate will maintain the MQ‑9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft alongside members of the RCAF at the Air Maintenance Detachment East, in Greenwood, Nova Scotia. Duties & Responsibilities Inspect, maintain, repair, and test aircraft systems Remove and replace line replaceable units and components Ensure the accurate completion of technical records Deploy to remote and/or international locations for extended periods of time Perform specialty work in maintenance shops as required Interpret technical publications and diagrams Maintain tools and equipment required to perform primary duties Order aircraft spare parts and materials Conduct flight line servicing operations Debrief Team Lead as required Carry out workplace inspections and clean ups Comply with safety, quality, airworthiness, and technical policies and procedures Work shifts on a routine basis and overtime when needed Travel for essential training Mandatory Qualifications Transport Canada approved Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance or Avionics Maintenance Diploma or Canadian Forces Aviation (AVN) Technician or Avionics (AVS) Technician Qualification Possession of Aircraft Maintenance Engineering License with an M1, M2 or E rating or be a Canadian Forces Journeyman Aviation (AVN) Technician or Avionics (AVS) Technician At least 5 years of first‑ and second‑line aircraft maintenance related experience Proven experience as a team player Strong communication skills Be able to work shifts Possess a valid driver’s license Ability to meet the RCAF deployable fitness criteria Eligibility to work in Canada either as a Canadian Citizen, a Permanent Resident or with a valid Work Permit Capable of obtaining and maintaining both Controlled Goods Clearance and a NATO secret security clearance Role requires being deployed with the RCAF to expeditionary locations around the globe and to a forward operating location in the arctic in support of MQ‑9B operations Benefits Working environment of 2024 Canada’s top 100 employers A dynamic and innovative environment in which to grow A stimulating career path and internal mobility Defined perks retirement plan Stocks purchased plan Flexible vacations Deployment premiums Relocation assistance, if applicable All tooling, equipment, and clothing required for the position Competitive maternity and parental leave policies * Please note that this is not an active job requisition. This was created & posted solely for building a pipeline of candidates (Evergreen), so that we may review them once we are ready to start actively recruiting * The target timeframe for interviewing candidates is Spring 2026 with an expected start date in December 2026. Position Type Regular CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2oz9zm