*HIRING BONUS* Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics

Role summary

*HIRING BONUS* Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics is a full-time role at KF Aerospace in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada (on-site). Posted 2026-08-28. Salary: CAD 38–46 per hour. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

*HIRING BONUS* Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Avionics

Company

KF Aerospace

Location

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Trades & Construction

Salary

CAD 38–46 per hour

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-08-28

Job description

Note: $2,500 Signing Bonus for Licensed AMEs & Earn $2,500 per Endorsement (up to 5).

We’re all about the craft. KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbia’s beautiful Okanagan Valley, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over a 1,200 strong, highly skilled workforce. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.

JOB OVERVIEW

Reporting to an AME-E Shift Lead, the Licensed AME-E is a licensed Avionics Technician responsible for performing line and heavy maintenance including the installation, inspection, testing, adjusting, and repair of avionics equipment and associated wiring on aircraft in a safe and efficient manner. This position will be based out of our Kelowna (YLW) location.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The AME-E is expected to be able to demonstrate his/her capability to understand and perform the following functions under varying levels of supervision:

Technical

Display good working knowledge of aircraft systems Autoflight, navigation, communication, instrumentation, electrical/lighting and general systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, flight controls, etc.)

Complete basic inspection tasks Inspection of EWIS in accordance with Service Bulletins, AD’s and Aircraft Manuals.

Inspection and assessment of Electrical and Electronic Components in accordance with appropriate documents.

Interpret flight test data in order to diagnose malfunctions and systemic performance problems

Aircraft modification with minimal assistance Installation of aircraft assemblies and systems following documentation such as Service Bulletins, Engineering Orders, STC data packages, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, Wiring Diagrams, and Standard Wiring Practices Manual

Perform post modification testing and troubleshooting to ensure modification functions as intended while ensuring no adverse effects to existing aircraft systems

Assemble prototypes or models of circuits, instruments, and systems so that they can be used for testing

Carry out EMI/EMC testing in accordance with appropriate documentation such as an STC data package

Complete general installation, testing, adjustment and repair Carry out systems testing in accordance with appropriate documentation such as Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Service bulletins, Engineering Orders

Source appropriate tooling and test equipment for the job

Set up and operate ground support and test equipment to perform functional tests of electrical and electronic systems

Calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification

Carry out troubleshooting procedures to isolate faults

Install or replace electronic/electrical equipment, components, fixtures, wiring or systems

Repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment

Test electrical/electronic wiring, equipment, systems or fixtures

Construct or fabricate electrical parts, fixtures, harnesses or test aids

Sign off on own work and the work of others where endorsed/qualified

Safely operate all ground equipment

Coordinate work with engineers, technicians, and other aircraft maintenance personnel

Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner

Take responsibility for quality of own work and fix mistakes where required

Carry out installations with minimal rework

Documentation & Administration

Ensures appropriate documentation for his/her own work is completed accurately and on time and submitted to senior AME or Shift Lead for ACA approval as required for ACA approval in areas where they do not have an endorsement/qualification

Sources required technical information in maintenance manuals in an accurate and timely manner

Ability to complete M3 processes and procedures correctly

Safety

Applying safe work practices in all job duties, including:

Wearing all appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment)

Understanding and applying the Risk Management System

Understanding and applying Health & Safety Policies

Maintaining good housekeeping and cleanliness standards of your own and adjacent work areas

Understanding and applying safe handling practices with the aircraft

Understanding and applying Lock Out/Tag Out procedures

Developing Others

The AME-E uses their own technical knowledge and experience to provide training and development to apprentices in the areas of Technical, Safety and Documentation by:

Communicating required information and testing for understanding

Being open and available for questions

Acting as crew resource for company information

Role modeling professional conduct and positive customer orientation

Tool Control

Complies with the KF Tool Control policy found in Production Manual Section 10-1

REQUIREMENTS

Certification & Experience

AME-E Transport Canada licence (preferred)

Minimum 3+ years experience working as Avionics AME

Radio Operator Licence

May be required to obtain Ground Operating Licence (AVOP’s)

Skills

Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Willing to take initiative

Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to learn and understand KF organizational systems and workflow

Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to accept constructive criticism

Basic computer skills and familiarity with Intranet

Willing to pursue type endorsements with recommendation of Shift Lead and attain ACA

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