About this role
Are you excited about building the future of Canadian aviation? Do you take pride in precision workmanship and want to see your skills contribute to aircraft that will take flight around the world? Join the team of skilled aircraft technicians and aviation professionals supporting the DHC-515 Final Assembly Line, where your expertise will directly contribute to the production of world-class aircraft.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Calibration Technician to play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of our monitoring and measuring equipment. In this role, you will manage our calibration program, maintain records and procedures, perform in-house calibrations, and coordinate with external vendors.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and thrives in a collaborative manufacturing environment. This position is essential to ensuring compliance with quality standards and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Calibration & Quality Systems
- Maintain and continuously improve the calibration lab and calibration management system.
- Perform in-house calibrations and coordinate all vendor calibrations.
- Create, maintain, and update calibration records, procedures, and recall systems.
- Notify equipment users of calibration status and manage scheduling and delivery of devices.
Vendor & Equipment Management
- Conduct new device research, prepare pricing, and support purchasing activities.
- Coordinate with external calibration vendors to send, receive, and track calibrated equipment.
- Maintain vendor relationships to ensure reliable turnaround times and service quality.
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Respond to and address non-conformance reports related to calibration.
- Support Quality Engineering, Production, and QC teams with calibration-related activities.
Qualifications & Experience
- Post-secondary education or technical training in Quality Assurance, Metrology, Engineering Technology, or a related field.
- 4+ years of experience in a calibration, quality control, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of calibration standards, procedures, and systems.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills.
- Proficiency with quality management or calibration software systems is an asset.
Why work at De Havilland?
De Havilland Canada is a Canadian-owned and operated aircraft manufacturer dedicated to providing rewarding opportunities in a diverse and welcoming workplace.
- Work with a team that makes a true difference in the world-making it possible for people to travel around the globe efficiently, comfortably and safely.
- We’ve manufactured over 5,600 aircraft including the most advanced turboprop in the air today. Our experience and expertise in constructing the highest performing aircraft in the industry is second to none.
- Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities are dynamic workplaces led by teams that support and encourage all employees.
- With a passionate team of innovators and a global network of support, De Havilland Canada proudly carries on it’s tradition as a leader in aerospace.
In addition to plenty of opportunities for career growth in a stimulating work environment, De Havilland Canada offers:
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation
- Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
- Life insurance
- RRSP/DPSP Plan
- Employee and family assistance program
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