Senior Specialist Aircraft Reliability
WestJetEmployment Type: Full-time Regular
City: Calgary, AB (YYC)
Posting Open Date: 09/08/2025
Posting Close Date: 09/22/2025 (Please note the posting will close at 11:59pm MST)
Why WestJet:
Every WestJet journey has the potential to enrich lives; a career with us is no exception.
WestJet arrived on the Canadian airline scene in 1996 and changed the industry for the better. We made air travel more affordable for Canadians and now we're going global.
Join us, this is where your career story takes off.
Remote Work:
This position is eligible for remote work, within Canada, under our mobile workforce program.
Senior Specialist Aircraft Reliability
Senior Specialist Aircraft Reliability is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and improving the technical reliability, Tech D0 and airworthiness of the fleet. This role ensures compliance with Transport Canada requirements and OEM guidance, identifies reliability trends, and develops data-driven solutions to enhance dispatch performance, reduce unscheduled maintenance, and optimize lifecycle costs. This role will work closely with Fleet Chiefs, Tech Support, Aircraft Programs, MCC, and Maintenance Planning to drive both short- and long-term reliability improvements.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for fleet reliability KPIs (Tech D0, Tech Dispatch Reliability, PIREP rates, MTBUR, Alert Levels, Severity Index).
- Root cause analysis (RCA) of chronic / emerging technical issues, repetitive defects, component defects, NFF (no fault found) components, rogue components.
- Drive reliability initiatives. Partner with Maintenance Programs, Planning, and Supply Chain to ensure effective implementation of reliability improvements.
- Work with Fleet Chief(s) to prioritize engineering fixes.
- Ensure compliance with Transport Canada CARs and support audit activities and contribute to regulatory submissions/audits.
- Interface with OEMs on reliability campaigns.
- Recommend MPD/MRB program escalations, intervals, or task optimization.
- Participate in MSG-3 reviews, SB/AD evaluation, and In-service experience campaigns.
- Data analysis & reporting, generate and present monthly reliability reports to Engineering leadership and regulatory authorities.
- Create budget and business cases to increase fleet reliability and safety.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Must be a TCCA Licensed AME or have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 10 years experience in aircraft maintenance, engineering or technical services, with at least 6 years comparable experience in an airline, MRO, or OEM environment.
- Experience with Boeing 737NG, 737MAX, 787 or Dash 8-Q400 will be an asset
- Skills and Abilities
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to lead complex technical projects.
- Proficiency in engineering software and maintenance management systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration and vendor management.
- An individual of highest personal and professional integrity as demonstrated through strong personal values as well as consistent words and actions.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, with a focus on developing talent within the team.
The benefits of being a WestJetter:
WestJet provides all WestJetters with a competitive total rewards package. On top of that, we offer:
- A fun and friendly culture with colleagues who work together to win
- Travel privileges for you and your family, effective from your start date
- Savings and Benefit programs that are flexible to meet your specific needs
Think we are a fit? Apply now!
About WestJet Group of Companies
WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada’s leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians.
Our Safety Promise
At WestJet, the safety and security of our people and our guests is a core value and at the heart of what we do. As safety and security is a shared responsibility, it is expected that you will use safe work practices to ensure your well-being and the safety of others.
WestJet recognizes that the use of Alcohol and Drugs can adversely impact a safe work environment and the well-being of others including guests, suppliers and the public, as well as place WestJet's operations at risk. All roles that are identified as safety sensitive are required to pass a Pre-Employment Alcohol and Drug Test as per WestJet's Alcohol and Drug Policy.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace what makes us each unique, and what makes us uniquely WestJet – and that is our people. WestJet is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates our differences by way of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we want to you bring your full self to work and feel appreciated for your contributions.
At WestJet, we welcome unique skills, experiences, and backgrounds - if you’re passionate and excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification in the posting. We are committed to inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in the selection process. If you require an accommodation during the recruiting process, please let our Talent Acquisition team know.
We thank all applicants for their interest in WestJet; however, only those candidates who are selected will be contacted.
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