About De Havilland Aircraft

On March 5, 1928, the De Havilland Aircraft Company of England incorporated a subsidiary business in Canada. Over the coming years, this small upstart would become one of the most accomplished aircraft designers and manufacturers in Canadian history. The DHC-1 Chipmunk—an all-metal trainer developed for the Royal Canadian Air Force—was the first all-Canadian design to come out of De Havilland Canada and helped establish the young company as a leader in the North American aviation industry.

Job Details

Reporting to the Manager, Materials, Facilities & GSE Operations, the GSE Specialist is a focal point for supporting production Ground Support Equipment (GSE), tooling and other equipment as required. Will be the prime on maintaining the DHC 515 Wing Drivematic machine. This role is responsible to maintain GSE equipment & associated GSE tooling as needed, coordinating preventative maintenance (PM) for all associated GSE/Equipment for the sites, managing service & repair vendors. This role will be required to support other production sites in Calgary as required. 

The successful candidate will require an aptitude for understanding GSE systems, troubleshooting and resolution where able. Escalate to third party supplier/vender as required. GSE Specialistwill work closely and build positive relationships within production, manufacturing, materials, supply chain, finance, and logistics/transportation teams within DHC.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance (PM) program for all GSE and associated GSE tooling for production
• Prime for maintenance and preventative maintenance on the wing Drivematic on the assembly line
• Support multiple sites operating in Calgary
• Troubleshoot GSE issues/snags to support operations
• Escalate and coordinate vendor site repairs for all equipment
• Complete periodic inspections (daily, weekly, monthly etc.) on GSE as per equipment manuals, standards, and procedures
• Support purchase and service orders in ERP to ensure approval, payment, invoicing, and all financials are accurate
• Monthly reporting on budget metrics
• Collaborate with warehouse and facilities on GSE space requirements as needed
• Work with various functions to solve business problems through process mapping and alignment sessions that enable the business objectives
• Build positive relationships with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant experience with production/manufacturing/airline/AMO/GSE
• Mechanical certification considered an asset
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills; meticulous attention to detail
• Lean Six Sigma training, continuous improvement experience preferred
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic, demanding and deadline-driven environment
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems would be considered an asset
• Experience in the aerospace industry and/or manufacturing environment preferred.

Skills & Experience

• Results oriented and a team player comfortable working with all aspects of the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Comfortable dealing with all levels of an organization
• Ability to work in a highly technical environment
• Must have and maintain the ability to legally work in Canada

At De Havilland Aircraft of Canada (DHC), we are committed to protecting our people, customers, shareholders and the public through Health & Safety Excellence. 

As such, it is an expectation that all employees maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety Policies and to perform key physical tasks of the position described in the job description and interview process. This may include but is not limited to the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions including temperature extremes, confined spaces, working at heights and with or around chemicals.

Employees are expected to adhere to the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when at work which must include but is not limited to the ability to maintain a positive fit test when mask use is required.

At De Havilland Canada, we aim to be inclusive and diverse and provide equal opportunity for employment. All qualified applicants, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, and disability, are encouraged to apply. De Havilland will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise your Talent Acquisition representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Any offer of employment is conditional on the completion of positive and satisfactory background checks, which may include, proof that you are legally entitled to work in Canada, professional references, verification of employment history, verification of educational background and criminal background checks.