Jet Engine Mechanic

Safran; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Meal vouchers

End-of-year bonus

Holiday allowance

Team performance bonus

Hospitalization and pension

Eco-vouchers

Training and career development

Job summary

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels, located at Brussels Airport, is recruiting Jet Engine Mechanics to support LEAP engine MRO for A320NEO and B737MAX families.

You will perform maintenance, disassembly and assembly to ensure airworthiness, work in a two-shift system (06:00 AM – 2:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM), and join a multicultural, international team with extensive training and career development.

Qualifications

• Technical high school diploma in mechanics, aeronautics or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• High level of precision, ownership and attention to detail.
• Quality and safety mindset.
• Willingness to continuously learn.
• Excellent technical English; Dutch and/or French.
• Willingness to work in a two-shift system.

Responsibilities

• Managing engine induction into the workshop and reporting defects or damage.
• Dismantling and assembling engine modules.
• Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Participating in continuous improvement projects.
• Completing technical documentation for traceability.
• Reporting anomalies in work instructions and proposing improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Precision

Quality mindset

Safety mindset

English

Dutch or French

Education

Technical high school diploma in mechanics, aeronautics or related field

Job description

Jet Engine Mechanic

Vacancy details

General information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Aircraft Engines designs, manufactures and markets, either independently or in partnership, civil and military aircraft engines delivering the highest levels of performance, reliability and environmental responsibility. Through CFM International*, the company is notably the world leader in propulsion systems for short- and medium-haul commercial aircraft.

*CFM International is a 50/50 joint venture between Safran Aircraft Engines and GE Aerospace.

Reference

2026-187361

Position description

Domain

Production

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Mechanical assembly

Job title

Jet Engine Mechanic

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Technician

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels, a subsidiary of Safran Aircraft Engines, is located at Brussels Airport (Zaventem & Steenokkerzeel, Belgium). We specialize in the inspection, maintenance, and repair (MRO) of the advanced LEAP jet engines that power the latest generation of the Airbus A320NEO & Boeing B737MAX narrow body families.

Over the past years, we have successfully expanded our team of Jet Engine Mechanics. As we continue to grow, we are now looking for a limited number of additional mechanics who combine strong technical skills, precision and a genuine passion for aircraft engines. We are looking for people who aspire to become true LEAP engine specialists and who want to contribute to one of the world's leading LEAP engine MRO facilities.

The company is a key player in the integrated CFM international MRO network. With more than 75 years of experience, and up to 20 international Part 145 certifications (EASA/ FAA/ CAAC/ …), Safran Aircraft Engine Services Brussels is recognized as a worldwide center of expertise in the air transport industry. More than a 100 airlines, lessors, private aircraft operators and MRO partners have entrusted their engines to our company. We employ over 600 highly skilled, passionate and enthusiastic employees.

Your Role

As a Jet Engine Mechanic, you will ensure the airworthiness and performance of LEAP engines through maintenance, disassembly & assembly. Your responsibilities include:

• Managing engine induction into the workshop and reporting defects or damage
• Dismantling and assembling engine modules
• Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and environmental requirements
• Participating in continuous improvement projects
• Completing technical documentation for traceability
• Reporting anomalies in work instructions and proposing improvements

But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with shift premium
• Meal vouchers and working time reduction days
• End-of-year bonus and holiday allowance
• Team based performance bonus
• Hospitalization and pension insurance
• Eco-vouchers and employee benefits
• Extensive training and career development opportunities

Candidate skills & requirements

Your Profile

We are looking for mechanics who take pride in delivering high-quality work.

You bring:

• Technical high school diploma in mechanics, aeronautics or a related field
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in aircraft engines
• A high level of precision, ownership and attention to detail
• A strong quality and safety mindset
• Curiosity, motivation and a willingness to continuously learn
• Excellent technical English; Dutch and/or French
• Willingness to work in a two-shift system (6:00 AM – 2:00 PM / 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
• The ability to thrive in an international, multicultural team

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Belgium, holding either an EU passport or a valid work & residence permit. Please note that we do not provide assistance with visa or permit applications.

Position location

Job location

Europe, Belgium, Flemish Region

City (-ies)

Bâtiment 24 B/101 - Brussels Airport BP 1930 B- Zaventem

Candidate criteria

Minimum education level achieved

CESS / A2

Minimum experience level required

First experience