THE SKY'S THE LIMIT
Calgary is a centre of aerospace excellence and innovation – where your aviation career will take flight.
Calgary is actively seeking aerospace
talent like you
Home to over 500 aerospace and defense companies in Alberta and as the first major city in North America to allow mass testing of commercial drones, Calgary emerges as a hub for innovation and excellence. Elevate your career in one of the top 10 most livable cities in the world.
You've landed in the right place.
512 companies in Alberta’s aerospace and defense sector contribute $3.25B directly to provincial GDP.
25 per cent of all UAV, geospatial data collection and analysis, and navigation and GPS firms are headquartered in Alberta.
75 per cent of Alberta's cargo shipments are transported through YYC Calgary International Airport.
Explore the endless possibilities in Calgary
There's a path here for everyone. With a relentless commitment to technological excellence, we drive aerospace innovation forward. From advancing autonomous systems to cutting-edge avionics, you'll work on projects that shape the future.
Some of the game-changing
aerospace companies in Calgary
It’s not just small and medium-sized enterprises that thrive in Calgary’s aerospace ecosystem.
Multinational companies in defence and aerospace have operations in Calgary. Here are a few actively hiring:
Here's why you'll thrive in Calgary
Ground-breaking innovation
As a leading testing ground for autonomous systems, innovation is at the core of how we make things happen. Aerospace engineers, technicians, programmers, pilots and everything in between are all choosing to build their careers here. You could too.
Great quality of life
As one of the top 10 most livable cities in the world, you'll find an unmatched quality of life in Calgary. Whether you like food, music, outdoor adventures, family activities or arts and culture – everything you need to thrive is here.
Welcoming & collaborative community
Connect to talented individuals who care about each other as much as they care about the quality of the work in the field. You’ll feel a sense of belonging instantly with Calgarians’ encouraging nature.
Training the future of aviation from Calgary
When it comes to education in aerospace, you can take your pick in Calgary. All our post-secondary institutions have world-class programs to train the aerospace innovators of tomorrow. Here's a few notable programs:
- University of Calgary is the first post-secondary in Canada to offer a minor in Aerospace Engineering.
- SAIT has become a leader in UAV education and recently launched Canada's first remotely-piloted aviation training centre.
- Mount Royal University's Aviation diploma is one of Canada's elite programs integrating academic preparation with commercial pilot, multi-engine, instrument and simulator training.
Immerse yourself in what it's like to live, work and play in Calgary, one of the world's top 10 most livable cities.