Engine Mechanic II

VSE; Swords; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE in Ireland is seeking an Engine Mechanic II to perform maintenance, repair and inspection of aircraft engines in accordance with maintenance data and company procedures. The role requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

The successful candidate will conduct disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and reassembly of engine components, perform borescope inspections, and carry out independent inspections under EASA

Qualifications

• Second level education or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in aircraft engine maintenance or similar work.
• Combination of relevant training and practical engine maintenance experience as specified.
• Experience in an EASA Part 145 approved organisation.
• Ability to interpret maintenance data and work independently.
• Eligible for Independent Inspection authorization under company procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks on aircraft engines in accordance with approved maintenance data.
• Disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair and reassembly of engine parts and assemblies.
• Carry out compressor case repairs per engine manuals and approved data.
• Perform engine preservation activities per approved data and customer requirements.
• Carry out borescope inspections (BSI) as authorised.
• Carry out independent inspections within authorised limits and stamp where applicable.
• Contribute to engine ground runs as authorised under procedures.
• Interpret engine manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.
• Accurately complete work cards and technical records.
• Ensure tooling and equipment are used in line with procedures.

Skills

Engine maintenance

Independent inspections

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Second level education or equivalent

QQI Level 6 qualification

EASA Part-147 basic training

Tools

OEM manuals

Engineering data

Job description

SUMMARY: An Engine Mechanic II performs maintenance, repair, and inspection of aircraft engines and related components in accordance with approved maintenance data and company procedures. This role handles complex engine tasks, including case repairs and preservation activities, and carries out independent inspections under EASA Part 145 standards. The position requires strong technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of the team.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Perform maintenance tasks on aircraft engines in accordance with approved maintenance data, including OEM manuals and company procedures.Conduct disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and reassembly of engine parts and assemblies in line with regulatory and company requirements.Conduct compressor top and bottom case repairs in accordance with engine maintenance manuals and approved technical data. Perform engine preservation activities in line with approved maintenance data and customer requirements.Carry out borescope inspections (BSI) as authorised.Perform pre-assembly checks (PAC) to verify component condition, configuration, and documentation prior to build.Carry out independent inspections and exercise company certification privileges within approved authorisation limits, including use of an issued certification stamp where applicable.Conduct or support engine ground runs as authorised under company procedures.Interpret technical documentation, including engine manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives.Accurately complete work cards, task cards, and associated technical records.Ensure all tooling and equipment are used and controlled in accordance with company procedures.Other duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Second level education or equivalent.5 years of experience in aircraft engine maintenance or similar work.OR recognised technical trade training (e.g., craft apprenticeship or QQI Level 6 qualification) or completion of an EASA Part-147 approved basic training course in lieu of 1–2 years of experience.Candidates must also have a combination of relevant technical training and practical engine maintenance experience, such as: 3 years’ experience with no formal training, 2 years’ experience with recognised technical trade training, or 1 year’s experience with a Part-147 approved basic training course.Experience working within an EASA Part 145 approved organisation.Ability to interpret approved maintenance data and perform tasks independently to required standards.Possess the knowledge, experience, and training required to be eligible for Independent Inspection authorisation under company procedures.Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly with colleagues.PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:Completion of EASA Part 66 modules (in progress or completed).Experience performing compressor case structural repairs.Previous experience performing borescope inspections (BSI), pre-assembly checks, or engine ground runs