Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

Employment Type: Full-time (Modified Work Schedule - 7 days on/7 days off)

Join our aviation-passionate team in the Land of Living Skies. At Rise Air, we offer more than just a job, we offer meaningful work, flexible opportunities, a supportive culture, and the chance to grow within a 100% Indigenous-owned airline.

Are you ready to turn your aviation training into hands-on experience? Join Rise Air as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice and develop your skills alongside experienced aviation maintenance professionals. You’ll gain practical experience, continue working toward your AME licence, and build your aviation career in a supportive, safety-focused environment.

We are currently seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice to join our Maintenance team in Saskatoon. Reporting to the Production Manager and Crew Supervisor, you’ll complete assigned maintenance work in accordance with company procedures and Transport Canada-approved standards while learning from experienced members of our Maintenance team.

Why you’ll love this role

• Hands-On Experience: Build practical skills by working directly on aircraft and aviation equipment.
• Learn from Experienced Professionals: Work closely with senior maintenance team members who will help you understand approved processes, procedures, and maintenance practices.
• Grow Your Aviation Career: Gain valuable industry experience as you continue progressing toward your AME licence.
• Meaningful Work: Help maintain the safety and reliability of aircraft that connect people and communities across Saskatchewan.
• Be Part of the Team: Join a collaborative, safety-focused maintenance environment where your development and contributions matter.

What you'll do

• Complete assigned aircraft maintenance tasks safely, accurately, and on time.
• Work closely with senior maintenance personnel to learn and follow approved maintenance processes and procedures.
• Identify and report aircraft defects found while completing maintenance work.
• Ensure aircraft components are approved and properly certified before installation.
• Accurately complete maintenance documentation and record completed tasks in the appropriate logbooks.
• Help keep maintenance offices, hangars, shops, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and safely stored.
• Attend approved training and support Rise Air’s quality assurance and safety programs.

What you'll bring

• Completion of, or current enrolment in, a recognized Aircraft Maintenance Engineer training program.
• A valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required airport security and operational credentials, including a RAIC and AVOP.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• A hands-on, self-motivated approach and a positive, can-do attitude.
• The ability to take initiative, manage changing priorities, and complete assigned work effectively.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous learning.

As this is a safety sensitive position, selected candidates must test negative for designated drug and alcohol tests prior to employment.

This position requires flexibility to work a variety of scheduled shifts, including night shifts, based on operational and maintenance requirements. The work is performed in indoor and outdoor hangar environments and may involve long or irregular hours. The successful candidate must be comfortable adapting to changing assignments and using aviation maintenance tools, diagnostic equipment, repair tools, and ground support equipment.

What you'll get

The expected compensation range for this role is $21.18 to $27.25 per hour. Placement within the range will be based on demonstrated skills, relevant experience and internal equity considerations. The hourly rate excludes any premiums that may apply based on eligibility.

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a robust total rewards package that includes:

• Group benefits, cost shared 50/50: Life Insurance, Extended Health, Dental, Vision, and more.
• RRSP contribution matching.
• Annual wellness allowance.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Travel benefits: MyIDTravel for access to standby/non-revenue flights with large domestic and international partners.
• Paid leave entitlement:
• • Vacation starting at 15 days, or 6%, per year.
  • Up to 10 days of paid medical leave per year.
  • Up to 3 days of paid personal leave per year.

Apply by November 11, 2026.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility

Rise Air is committed to employment equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility throughout the hiring process. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Preference is given to qualified Indigenous applicants. As an Indigenous-owned business, we welcome Indigenous people with all levels of education and experience and are dedicated to building a respectful environment for learning, collaboration, and growth.

Land Acknowledgement

We respectfully acknowledge that we are situated on the territories of Indigenous peoples who have occupied these lands for thousands of years, including the First Nations of Treaties 6, 8, and 10, as well as other non-Treaty First Nations and Métis. We recognize that we benefit from the lands. We are dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of reconciliation is honoured and respected.