- Purpose-Driven Work – Your expertise directly supports life-saving missions, giving you a deep sense of fulfillment beyond traditional aviation roles.
- Work-Life Balance – Unlike corporate aviation, STARS offers structured schedules, predictable shifts, and the ability to go home every night—no overnight or rotating shifts.
- Well-Equipped and Controlled Workspaces – Work in well-equipped maintenance hangars with controlled environments, ensuring efficiency and precision.
- Supportive Team Environment – Join a collaborative team that prioritizes safety, excellence, and continuous learning in your field.
Engineering
Ensuring Mission-Ready Aircraft
At STARS, our Engineering team plays a critical role in maintaining the safety and reliability of our helicopter emergency medical service operations. As an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME), you’ll be integral to keeping our fleet mission-ready and safe, ensuring that our crews can deliver life-saving care when it’s needed most.
What It Means to Be an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at STARS
Our engineers ensure that each helicopter is in optimal condition, adhering to the highest safety standards. The engineering team inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains critical helicopter components—including engines, avionics, and mechanical systems—while following strict safety regulations.
Their meticulous attention to detail directly impacts our ability to provide critical care across Western Canada.
Collaboration in Action
Our Engineering team works closely with various departments to ensure seamless operations:
- Pilots – Collaborate to perform pre-flight checks and address any technical concerns, ensuring each mission is executed safely.
- Medical Crew – Ensure that medical equipment onboard is properly installed, ensuring readiness for patient care.
- Logistics and Supply Chain – Coordinate to manage parts inventory and ensure the availability of necessary components for maintenance activities.
- Foundation – Participate in fundraising events to represent STARS.
Grow with STARS Engineering
We are committed to the professional development of our Engineering team:
- Continuous Learning – Access to ongoing training programs to stay current with the latest aviation technologies and maintenance practices.
- Cross-Departmental Experience – Engage with different facets of our operations, from participating in safety audits to contributing to process improvements.
Are you a new graduate?
Explore our Apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Program
The Apprentice AME program is a clear pathway for recent graduates from a recognized Approved Training Organization (ATO) to develop the experience required to obtain their AME license while helping to strengthen STARS’ AME pipeline for the future.
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Why Join STARS as an AME?
Why Join STARS as an AME?
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