Job requirements Aircraft Mechanic in Canada

Find out what you typically need to work as an aircraft mechanic in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Aircraft mechanics and aircraft inspectors (NOC 72404).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of secondary school is required.
  • A college diploma in aircraft maintenance or completion of a four-year apprenticeship program is usually required.
  • Several years of on-the-job training are required for aircraft mechanics.
  • Aircraft mechanics and inspectors who sign maintenance releases and certify airworthiness require an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer's (AME) licence issued by Transport Canada.
  • Trade certification for aircraft maintenance engineers is available, but voluntary, in Ontario, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
  • Trade certification for aircraft structural technicians is available, but voluntary, in British Columbia.
  • Industry certification from the Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council for some occupations in this unit group is available, but voluntary.
  • Aircraft inspectors require several years of experience as an aircraft mechanic.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

British Columbia

Job title Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Trades BC
Job title Aircraft Structural Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Trades BC

Manitoba

Job title Aircraft Gas Turbine Engine Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body: Apprenticeship Manitoba
Job title Aircraft Mechanics And Aircraft Inspectors
Regulated
Regulatory body: Apprenticeship Manitoba

Saskatchewan

Job title Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Technician
Regulated

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

Do you want to work in another province or territory?

If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.

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