Who are we?

WAAS Aerospace Inc. has been in operation since 2014 and is a Transport Canada approved maintenance company. We operate from facilities located on the south shore of Montreal at Saint-Hubert Airport (CYHU) and in Quebec City at Jean-Lesage International Airport (CYQB).

We provide line and scheduled maintenance, avionics modifications and research and development services for business and wide-body aircraft. We offer 24/7 Aircraft on Ground (AOG) services to help customers meet their on-time departure obligations and minimise downtime.

Our parent company, Chrono Aviation, was founded in Quebec City in 2012. In its early days, the company operated a Pilatus PC-12 and employed two pilots. Today, the Chrono Aviation group has a fleet of 15 aircraft and a team of 280 employees.

Role and context

The Senior Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing all maintenance operations at our Quebec City base. This includes planning and executing maintenance events, managing the team of mechanics, technicians and specialists, and ensuring compliance with airworthiness regulations to keep aircraft in optimum condition for safe and reliable operations.

Key responsibilities

•             Reviewing and adjusting the short-term maintenance schedule, ensuring communication with customers and internal stakeholders.

•             Planning, allocating and monitoring maintenance work.

•             Managing schedules and the efficient use of human and material resources.

•             Ensuring accurate recording of working hours and use of equipment for billing purposes.

•             Determine material and parts requirements for current and future projects.

Supervising, supporting and training the aircraft maintenance team.

•             Ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards, procedures and regulations.

•             Ensuring that maintenance records are kept up to date in accordance with company policies.

•             Maintaining equipment, tools and the working environment in optimum condition.

•             Assessing and developing the skills of maintenance staff.

Key skills

•             Autonomy and the ability to take initiatives.

•             Solution-oriented with a strong sense of responsibility.

•             Excellent stress management and attention to detail.

•             Organisational skills and the ability to work flexible hours.

Specific job requirements

•             Transport Canada AME M1 and M2 licences.

•             Valid driving licence and Canadian passport.

•             Minimum 5 years' experience as an AME with ACA.

•             Availability to work outside normal office hours.

•             Ability to pass physical and security checks.

•             Proficiency in Microsoft software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).

•             Excellent communication skills.

•             Commitment to quality and safety standards

What we can offer you

•             Full-time position at our Quebec City base

•             Modern, dynamic working environment

•             Working hours adapted to our common needs

•             Take the day off on your birthday

•             Advantageous group insurance with employer contribution (dental, disability, life and paramedical) from day 1

•             Access to a telemedicine platform

•             Group RRSP to which the company contributes

•             Opportunities for professional development and advancement

•             Projects and responsibilities that live up to your expectations and make you want to come to work every day

•             Opportunities for professional development and advancement

•             Salary: as good as your qualifications!

One last word: At WAAS, things move fast! You'll be on your X with us if you see yourself as someone who's ready to ride the wave of change!

Only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview. CVs will remain on file for the next 6 months.  Our needs are bound to change rapidly, so keep your eyes open!