2ND LINE F404 TECHNICIAN - SAGUENAY, QC

Date: Aug 7, 2025
Location: Saguenay, ON, CA, G0V 1A0
Company: Magellan
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POSITION SUMMARY

Magellan Aerospace, Mississauga has an exciting opportunity for a 2nd line F404 Technician. The successful incumbent will provide support for F404-GE-400 Engine/Modules/Accessories including Test Cell Support, Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), Rack & Pinon Repair and Throttle Quadrant Repair. Please note this position is based out of the Bagotville Canadian Forces Base in Saguenay, Quebec.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• College Diploma – Aircraft Maintenance (or equivalent)
• 3-7 years’ experience with hands-on maintenance on the F404-GE-400/-402 engine in the last 10 years.
• Detailed system-level knowledge of the F404-GE-400/-402 engine.
• An understanding of DND’s Technical Airworthiness program (or civilian equivalent) and associated requirements.
• Understanding of the CF-18/F404 Maintenance Program
• Experience working with DMS, CBMSS, IETM, etc.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Candidates who are chosen for the position will need to pass a security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a Contract Security clearance at the Secret Status level

• Carry out Induction & Periodic Inspections of the F404 Engine
• Perform Serviceability Assurance Checks (SAC A) on the Fan, HPC, Combustor, HPT, LPT and A/B Modules
• Perform SAC B inspections on the HPT and A/B Modules.
• Assembly/disassembly of the F404 Engine
• Pre/post Test Cell build-up of engines/APUs, functional testing, snag rectification IAW the applicable maintenance publications.
• Repair of the F404’s Anti-ice Valve & Fuel Inlet Tube
• Repair of the Forward and Aft Throttle Quadrants
• Repair of the Rack and Pinion
• Prepare technical documents (UCRs, PIFs, etc.) for submission through MAM’s Engineering Department.
• Provide technical expertise and provide mentoring to RCAF Second Line personnel.
• Provide technical assistance on any issues concerning the F404 Engine to First and Second Line personnel, NDHQ or MAM as required.
• Other non-essential duties (i.e. perform housekeeping duties at the Engine Repair Facility (ERF) and Engine Test Facility (ETF), etc.)