RM-AME Salary 2026: $112,295–$174,303 — RCMP - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2024-04-01 · Verified 2026-04-26
RM-AME rates of pay for all RM-AME (RCMP - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $112,295 to $174,303 across 3 levels. Category: Law & Regulation. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RM-AME-01 | $112,295 ~$76K net | $116,785 ~$79K net | $121,454 ~$82K net | $126,311 ~$85K net |
| RM-AME-02 | $151,561 ~$98K net | — | — | — |
| RM-AME-03 | $174,303 ~$109K net | — | — | — |
Net estimates assume Ontario, no dependents, PSPP Group 2 (post-2013 hire). Use the calculator for your full situation including province, marital status, RRSP, union dues, and pension group.
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RM-AME-01
$112,295 – $126,311
$4,319 – $4,858 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2024-04-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
RM-AME-01 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-01 | $112,295 | $116,785 | $121,454 | $126,311 |
| 2023-04-01 | $107,934 | $112,250 | $116,738 | $121,406 |
| 2022-04-01 | $103,752 | $107,902 | $112,216 | $116,703 |
RM-AME – RCMP - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
$112,295 – $174,303
$4,319 – $6,704 biweekly (before deductions)
3 levels · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2024-04-01 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the RM-AME Classification at Royal Canadian Mounted Police
The RM-AME (Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) group at the RCMP covers the certified aircraft maintenance engineers who maintain RCMP Air Services fleet, including fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters used for surveillance, prisoner transport, search-and-rescue support, and remote-detachment supply runs. AME positions require Transport Canada licensing (M1, M2, or E ratings depending on the aircraft type) plus federal security clearance. The RCMP operates a relatively small fleet, so the AME group is correspondingly small; positions are concentrated at RCMP Air Services bases in Ottawa, Edmonton, and Saint-Hubert.
RM-AME-01 ($112,295 to $126,311) is the working-level licensed AME position with four step increments reflecting in-band progression. RM-AME-02 ($151,561 single rate) is the senior AME position, typically covering lead AMEs at each base or fleet-specific specialists. RM-AME-03 ($174,303 single rate) is the most senior technical AME role, reserved for fleet engineering leads and senior airworthiness advisors. The two-tier promotion structure above RM-AME-01 mirrors the typical AME career arc: licensed engineer, then senior engineer with type-specific authority, then engineering lead.
RM-AME falls under the same NPF collective agreement framework as Regular Members but uses a distinct salary appendix reflecting the aviation labour market. AME compensation at the RCMP is competitive with mid-size commercial operators but trails major Canadian airlines (Air Canada, WestJet) at the senior levels, where airline AME total compensation with shift premiums can exceed RM-AME-03. The trade-off RCMP AMEs accept is access to specialized law-enforcement aviation work, predictable hours compared to airline maintenance, and federal pension benefits. Most AMEs at RCMP Air Services come from prior commercial or military aviation backgrounds rather than direct out of AME training programmes.
RM-AME salary — frequently asked questions
What is the RM-AME salary range?
The RM-AME (RCMP - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer) salary range is $112,295 to $174,303 per year as of 2024-04-01, across 3 levels (RM-AME-01, RM-AME-02, RM-AME-03). Rates are sourced from Royal Canadian Mounted Police's publicly published pay scales.
What does RM-AME stand for at Royal Canadian Mounted Police?
RM-AME is the classification code for RCMP - Aircraft Maintenance Engineer positions at Royal Canadian Mounted Police. It covers 3 levels (RM-AME-01, RM-AME-02, RM-AME-03) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a RM-AME-01 make?
A RM-AME-01 earns $112,295 (Step 1) to $126,311 (Step 4) per year as of 2024-04-01.
How much does a RM-AME-02 make?
A RM-AME-02 earns $151,561 per year as of 2024-04-01.
How much does a RM-AME-03 make?
A RM-AME-03 earns $174,303 per year as of 2024-04-01. RM-AME-03 is the senior-most level in the RM-AME group at Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
When was the RM-AME pay scale last updated?
The current RM-AME pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2024-04-01, with a total of 6 pay steps across 3 levels. Data is verified against Royal Canadian Mounted Police's primary source regularly.
What is the RM-AME take-home pay after taxes?
RM-AME take-home pay depends on your level, step, province, and pension group. Use the FedPay.ca take-home pay calculator at fedpay.ca/take-home to see your net pay after federal tax, provincial tax, CPP, EI, and pension contributions for any RM-AME level and step.