Careers
THE HEART OF AVIATION IN WATERLOO REGION
YOUR DREAM STARTS HERE
Join the Waterloo Wellington Flight Centre, where aviation is our passion! We have grown since our beginning in 1932 from a flying club to now having partnerships with Conestoga College and the University of Waterloo to help students follow their dreams of becoming pilots.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
a team built to fly
the wwfc team
WWFC is a team effort, just like any successful flight. Every role matters in achieving our vision. We've assembled some of the industry's best minds to enhance ground schools and in-flight experiences!
Meet the team behind the WWFC initiative. Every team member is dedicated to their work, bringing unique skills and expertise to help our clients succeed.
together we soar
why work with us?
At WWFC, we emphasize innovation, safety, and accountability. We provide the tools to help you shape your experiences and advance your career. As a tight-knit team, we foster knowledge sharing and networking to help you achieve your full potential while supporting others in their growth, both professionally and personally.
With a team of over 90 dedicated employees, we take pride in delivering exceptional customer service. Every role is important, and we actively support our team with continuous opportunities for growth and development through education and training.
What we offer:
- Excellent compensation & benefits package
- Reward programs
- Discounted aircraft flights and merchandise
- Employee recognition program
- Professional and personal development programs
- Free parking
- Work-life balance
become a flight instructor
to teach is to learn twice
For our flight instructor team members getting the hours isn't the main focus. When a student succeeds and performs their first solo or first soft landing after numerous practice flights on the circuit, they get to experience both the exhilarating roller coaster of frustration and pride. Additionally, they improve their knowledge and abilities in a comparatively short amount of time.
There are numerous opportunities to contribute to or leave your mark on or give back to the aviation sector. It's beneficial to support others' success while pursuing your own! Being a flight instructor can be very rewarding and provide you with a wealth of tools that you may utilize throughout your career.




Open Positions
Grow Through Aviation
Position Overview:
The Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)- Lead Hand is accountable to the Director of Maintenance and is responsible for maintaining aircraft to a high standard of safety while maintaining operational efficiencies. This position leads the work of one or more aircraft mechanic position. The AME- Lead Hand position plans work, assigns tasks, trains, provides priorities and is available to answer questions or troubleshoot problems on a daily basis.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Personal responsibility to workplace safety and active involvement with team members ensuring use of safe practices.
- Adheres to the safety accountability as per WWFC’s Safety practices and procedures.
- Supervises AMEs and apprentices on specific duties assigned by the Director of Maintenance
- Ensures that all maintenance procedures and inspections are carried out as per the maintenance schedule and/or the manufacturer’s maintenance manual.
- Performs all maintenance activities in accordance with the applicable standards of air worthiness.
- Ensures that all documentation is done according to company procedures and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
- Responsible for preparing Maintenance monthly KPI analysis
- Communicates with dispatch regarding serviceable aircraft when the Director of Maintenance is absent.
- Communicates with the Director of Maintenance on tasks at hand during the shift.
- Mentors and coaches apprentice Aircraft Maintenance Technicians and other entry level personnel.
- Assists the Director of Maintenance with training other staff members as required.
- Diagnose malfunctions or other problems in the aircraft or in mechanical components or systems including engines, hydraulic systems, flight control systems and fuel systems as per technical manuals, engineering drawings or blueprints.
- Performs and/or assists with troubleshooting and rectification of defects.
- Responsible for inventory management/processing
- Ensures that all aeronautical products installed on all aircraft have proper certification.
- Ensures that all unserviceable aeronautical products are tagged with the company unserviceable tags and placed in the quarantine area.
- Accurately complete all paperwork such as service documentation, logbooks and shop logs in a timely manner
- Performs various duties including engine runs and aircraft towing, as trained and authorized to do so
- Helps with maintaining a clean and safe workplace including some general shop maintenance/clean up
- Participate in maintenance on-call rotation and off-hour coverage as directed.
- Demonstrates the Company Mission, Vision and Values Statement, policies and current standard business practices.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements:
- Aircraft Maintenance Diploma or graduate of a recognized AMT/AME program, or holder of an AME M1 license
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a licensed AME or 5+ years of full-time aircraft maintenance experience
- Industry background with substantial experience in inspection and repair of fixed-wing aircraft, preferably small piston engine aircraft
- Strong understanding of avionics, including electronics, digital computer systems, navigation systems, and related technologies
- Proven ability to give and receive instructions effectively and delegate tasks as necessary
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and management software such as Fleet Captain, Flight Schedule Pro, and NetSuite
- Highly efficient with strong time management, organizational, and communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
- Capable of handling multiple tasks in a calm and professional manner
- Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to lead a team in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment
- Results-driven with a strong sense of urgency and focus on meeting deadlines
- Positive, self-motivated, and professional attitude with a proactive, self-starting approach
Why work with us
- Comparative salary
- Benefits
- Business Casual Dress Code
- Amazing work culture where you can learn and grow
Does this sound like an exciting opportunity for you? If so, please apply.
Apply to Human Resources at careers@wwfc.ca by April 29, 2025.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will correspond only with those selected for an interview.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.
We have multiple opportunities for Flight Instructors!
We offer high-quality instruction to students seeking a career in the aviation industry at various levels. Instructors not only teach in the aircraft, but also in the simulator and ground school classes. Instructors will be expected to teach lessons from PPL through to Multi-IFR, as per appropriate ratings and training, and to have some administrative responsibilities in addition to flight training.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Canadian Flight Instructor Rating
Preference will be given to applicants with some, or many of the following:
- Group 1 Instrument Rating
- Previous employment as a pilot
- Airline Transport Pilot License
- Mulit/IFR teaching experience
- Aviation Degree/Diploma
Pay: Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Interested applicants may submit their cover letter and resume in a single document to careers@wwfc.ca.
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process.
Do you enjoy working with a close team of supportive professionals? Do you want to give back to aviation by instructing the next generation of pilots? Do you want to work for an organization that emphasizes employee and student success? Are you entrepreneurial and have great leadership skills? If so, you should apply!
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Instructor is an experienced, safety and service-oriented professional. You will be responsible for the delivery of a high-quality, efficient flight training program through the supervision, direction, and development of instructional personnel and flight training programs.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Contributes to the continuous improvement of WWFC’s flight training programs by:
- Leading or contributing to program enhancement or delivery projects, as assigned
- Acting as a flight training subject matter expert
- Evaluating the effectiveness of the training process, and developing and implementing training process improvement
- Demonstrating an action- and solution-oriented approach to providing direction, problem-solving or correction to ensure programs are delivered effectively.
- Upgrade training (Multi-Engine, IFR, FIR)
- Continuous improvement of MEIR Program and FIR program performance, including syllabus & training resource enhancement, process streamlining, and instructor training and development
Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities for a team of instructors of any class, including:
- Coaching instructors regarding syllabus framework and lesson conduct
- Support instructor professional development and training activities, including monitoring flights or other training events
- Support student success through the identification of issues and the development of training remediation plans
- Upgrade, additional, remedial, and recurrent training for assigned flight instructors
- Conducts supervisory staff meetings
Facilitates the delivery of training programs by:
- Performing direct flight, ground, and simulator instruction
- Conducting competency-based assessments with a focus on finding and correcting root causes
- Conducts debrief of the evaluation/training flight for students and instructor, including, discussion on strengths and weaknesses, and recommendation(s) for improvement
Other
- Promotes a positive attitude towards learning and embracing new technologies.
- Evaluates the effectiveness of the training process and implement training process improvement
- Evaluates and recommend emerging training software technology and tools to support continued efficiency and improvements in departmental processes
- Demonstrates the Company mission, vision, and values statement, policies, and current standard business practices.
- Performs various other duties as required to meet organizational objectives.
- Bachelor’s degree or College Diploma in Aviation Flight Management
- 5-10 years of relevant leadership experience
- 2-5 years of instructional delivery
- Class I or II Flight Instructor Rating
- Focus on service - identifies and anticipates customer requirements, expectations, and
- Strong leadership, team-building and managerial skills
- Well-developed communication, interpersonal, and conflict management skills are
- Aviation instruction is a highly specialized function that requires the instructor to have prior aircraft operating experience and the ability to hold creditability and the attention of the student/customer attendees
- Critical Skills: Proficiency with Micro Soft tools, ability to work in a team environment and support cultural diversity.
- Comparative salary based on Company pay scale commensurate with experience
- Excellent Benefits package
- Free onsite parking
- Paid time off
- Professional development
- Amazing work culture where you can learn and grow
WWFC is committed to diversity and inclusion, and thank all applicants in advance; however, we will be corresponding only with those selected for an interview. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process.
Note: This posting is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
An open door to opportunity!
Our AME apprenticeship program is something we pride ourselves on.
The programs offer practical and meaningful experiences that help move our business forward as well as help to foster and mentor the next generation.
After several years of on-the-job training, our AMEs apprentices are workforce ready and have built their confidence.
Currently there are no openings. Please check back regularly.