Careers in the sky

The Canadian Coast Guard’s aircraft services support safe, reliable and mission-ready aviation operations for the Government of Canada. Our teams maintain, inspect, engineer, modify and support a diverse fleet of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft that operate across Canada.

Aircraft maintenance engineer

Aircraft maintenance engineers work in a hands-on environment to support and maintain aircraft fleet operations across Canada.

Duties

Some of their duties include:

performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aircraft and aircraft systems, including:
- structural
- mechanical
- hydraulic
- electrical
- avionics
conducting inspections and airworthiness checks to comply with Transport Canada regulations and standards
diagnosing and repairing mechanical, structural and systems issues
maintaining accurate technical and maintenance records

Requirements

To apply for an aircraft maintenance engineer position, candidates must hold at a minimum a valid Canadian Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License.

Classification and salary range

EG-06 to 08 or EL-06 to 08
annual salary range: $86,801to $132,037 (more information about EG rates of pay or EL rates of pay)

Aeronautical engineer

Aeronautical engineers from different specialties collaborate to support both fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft across Canada.

Duties

Some of their duties include:

designing, evaluating and approving aircraft system modifications
supporting aircraft certification and airworthiness activities
choosing materials and manufacturing processes for aircraft designs
providing technical advice to maintenance teams and flight operations personnel
analyzing aeronautical system performance and reliability
preparing:
- engineering reports
- specifications
- technical documentation
participating in multidisciplinary aircraft projects

Requirements

To apply for an aeronautical engineer position, candidates must at a minimum:

have completed a post-secondary aeronautical or aerospace engineering program
hold a professional engineer certificate in Canada

Classification and salary range

EN-ENG-04 and EN-ENG-05
annual salary range: $117,820 to $157,770 (more information about ENG rates of pay, see Appendix A – EN.)

Flight simulator technologist

Flight simulator technologists support and oversee flight simulation systems used for pilot and crew training.

Duties

Some of their duties include:

managing simulator maintenance and technical support activities
ensuring simulator systems meet operational and training requirements
coordinating corrective and preventive maintenance
supervising technical staff and contractors
supporting modernization and technology upgrades
maintaining documentation and quality standards

Requirements

To apply for a flight simulator technologist position, candidates typically have experience with aviation training or simulation systems.

Classifications and salary range

EL-04 to EL-06
annual salary range: $72,848 to $110,468 (more information about the EL rates of pay)

Surveillance officer

Surveillance officers work aboard specially equipped aircraft alongside pilots and other aviation specialists.

Duties

Some of heir duties include:

carrying out surveillance over Canada's waters such as:
- locating and recording marine pollution incidents
- tracking vessels and marine traffic patterns
- observing marine mammals
- monitoring marine infrastructure
operating specialized surveillance equipment
preparing reports and mission-related documents
working with:
- pilots
- intelligence staff
- enforcement agencies
- other federal organizations

Requirements

To apply for a surveillance officer position, candidates typically have:

relevant post-secondary education or equivalent experience
experience gathering and reporting technical data

Classification and salary range

EG-05
approximately $78,909 to $99,200 annually (more information about the EG rates of pay)

Aeroplane pilot

Aeroplane pilots (or fixed-wing aircraft pilots) play a critical role in:

environmental protection
marine surveillance
transportation safety
emergency response operations

Duties

Some of their duties include:

conducting aerial surveillance missions, including:
- environmental and marine surveillance
- pollution detection and response
- fisheries and conservation support
- search and rescue support
- other federal government-directed activities
ensuring the safety of the:
- aircraft
- crew
- mission equipment
maintaining flight, operational and safety documentation
participating in training, proficiency, and safety programs

Requirements

To apply for an aeroplane pilot position, candidates must at a minimum:

hold a valid Transport Canada Aeroplane Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot license
meet applicable Transport Canada medical requirements

Classifications and salary scale

CAI-02 to CAI-05
annual salary range: $120,893 to $172,529 (more information about the CAI rates of pay)

Helicopter pilot

Helicopter pilots contribute directly to a variety of Canadian Coast Guard operations.

Duties

Some of their duties include:

flying from shore bases and vessels to support Canadian Coast Guard operations such as:
- icebreaking operations
- aids to navigation
- environmental response
- transportation of personnel and equipment
- remote community assistance
planning and executing safe and efficient flying operations
conducting environmental and ice condition surveys
performing medical evacuations and emergency response operations

Requirements

To apply for a helicopter pilot position, candidates must at a minimum:

hold a valid Transport Canada Helicopter Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot license
meet applicable Transport Canada medical requirements

Classifications and salary range

HPS-01 to HPS-03
annual salary range: $123,994 to $161,771 (more information about the HPS rates of pay)

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2026-10-13

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