IN THE SKY OR ON THE GROUND
Careers in Aviation
The aviation industry offers an exhilarating career path filled with innovation, global connections, and opportunities to make a real impact. From flying the latest aircraft to shaping the future of air travel through technology and sustainability, it's a dynamic field where passion meets possibility. Ready to take off into a world of endless excitement and discovery?
Background
What is Aviation?
The world of aviation is filled with passion and dedication, where many people work hard to ensure the smooth movement of passengers and goods across the skies. It's a field with many careers, from the careful work of aviation maintenance to the precision of air traffic control, showing how far humanity will go to keep the skies safe.
In this broad field, there are three main pillars support aviation: commercial, general, and military aviation. While they sometimes overlap, each pillar brings its own energy and purpose to the industry, creating a vibrant and diverse picture of aviation's many aspects.
In this broad field, there are three main pillars support aviation: commercial, general, and military aviation. While they sometimes overlap, each pillar brings its own energy and purpose to the industry, creating a vibrant and diverse picture of aviation's many aspects.
COMMERCIAL
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Where flights are operated for the movement of cargo or passengers.
GENERAL
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Covers flight and maintenance on privately-owned aircraft.
Military
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The use of military aircraft or other flying machines for events such as cargo transportation or aerial combat.
Careers in Aviation
Careers In The Sky
Flight Attendant
A career as a Flight Attendant is exciting, people-focused, and provides the opportunity to travel while ensuring passenger safety and comfort. Flight attendants are the frontline of the airline industry, balancing customer service with important safety responsibilities.
Travel the country and beyond!
85% Job Satisfaction
In-Demand Career
Ideal for
People who enjoy working with others
Calm and adaptable individuals
Those with a passion for safety and customer service
From the northern airports of Manitoba to international destinations, flight attendants experience diverse people and places, all while building a rewarding career in aviation.
Airport Operations
Airport Operations teams ensure the airport runs safely and efficiently, from security and ground operations to passenger flow and facility management.
Fast-paced environment
Wide variety of roles
Essential to community connections
Ideal for
Strong communicators
Safety-focused individuals
Problem solvers
Airport operations offer excellent growth opportunities and allow workers to play a vital role in aviation safety
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)
AMEs ensure aircraft are safe and airworthy through inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
High-demand trade career
Hands-on technical work
Opportunities across Canada
Ideal for
Mechanical and technical problem solvers
Hands-on learners
Safety-focused individuals
Pursuing this career allows you to work from any province in Canada!
Air Traffic Controller
A career as an Air Traffic Controller (ATC) is both challenging and rewarding. Controllers manage the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in Canadian airspace, requiring focus, discipline, and quick decision-making. Training is rigorous, but successful graduates join one of the most respected professions in aviation.
Safety-critical role with high responsibility
85%+ job satisfaction among ATCs in Canada
Excellent salary progression
Ideal for
Individuals who stay calm under pressure
Strong communicators
People with excellent spatial awareness and multitasking skills
The benefits of working for NAV CANADA don’t end with the exciting and challenging nature of the day-to-day job. NAV Canada offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits plans.
Pilot
A career as a pilot has many opportunities but also several things to consider such as the cost of training, the willingness to relocate and the ranges in salary.
Travel the provice and beyond!
80% Job Satisfaction
In-Demand Career
Ideal for
Aviation Enthusiasts
Those with attention to detail
Disciplined learners
From the rugged mountains of the Rockies to the serene lakes of the north, pilots get to experience the unique beauty of Canada.
Flight Attendant
A career as a Flight Attendant is exciting, people-focused, and provides the opportunity to travel while ensuring passenger safety and comfort. Flight attendants are the frontline of the airline industry, balancing customer service with important safety responsibilities.
Travel the country and beyond!
85% Job Satisfaction
In-Demand Career
Ideal for
People who enjoy working with others
Calm and adaptable individuals
Those with a passion for safety and customer service
From the northern airports of Manitoba to international destinations, flight attendants experience diverse people and places, all while building a rewarding career in aviation.
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Pilot
A career as a pilot has many opportunities but also several things to consider such as the cost of training, the willingness to relocate and the ranges in salary.
Travel the provice and beyond!
80% Job Satisfaction
In-Demand Career
Ideal for
Aviation Enthusiasts
Those with attention to detail
Disciplined learners
From the rugged mountains of the Rockies to the serene lakes of the north, pilots get to experience the unique beauty of Canada.
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Careers On The Ground
Airport Operations
Airport Operations teams ensure the airport runs safely and efficiently, from security and ground operations to passenger flow and facility management.
Fast-paced environment
Wide variety of roles
Essential to community connections
Ideal for
Strong communicators
Safety-focused individuals
Problem solvers
Airport operations offer excellent growth opportunities and allow workers to play a vital role in aviation safety
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Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME)
AMEs ensure aircraft are safe and airworthy through inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
High-demand trade career
Hands-on technical work
Opportunities across Canada
Ideal for
Mechanical and technical problem solvers
Hands-on learners
Safety-focused individuals
Pursuing this career allows you to work from any province in Canada!
READ MORE
Air Traffic Controller
A career as an Air Traffic Controller (ATC) is both challenging and rewarding. Controllers manage the safe and efficient movement of aircraft in Canadian airspace, requiring focus, discipline, and quick decision-making. Training is rigorous, but successful graduates join one of the most respected professions in aviation.
Safety-critical role with high responsibility
85%+ job satisfaction among ATCs in Canada
Excellent salary progression
Ideal for
Individuals who stay calm under pressure
Strong communicators
People with excellent spatial awareness and multitasking skills
The benefits of working for NAV CANADA don’t end with the exciting and challenging nature of the day-to-day job. NAV Canada offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits plans.
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