Aircraft Engine Field Technician

ZipRecruiter; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Aircraft Engine Field Technician to support aviation customers. This role involves extensive travel and hands-on maintenance of aircraft engines, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Candidates must have relevant experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance, repair, or overhaul.
• FAA Airframe & Power Plant License required.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble engines and modules.
• Troubleshoot defects in engine components and systems.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Title:

Aircraft Engine Field Technician (Field Technician IV)

Location:

Newark, NJ (Serving the New Jersey / New York Area)

Salary:

$72,000-$74,000/year

Job Type:

Permanent

Shift:

1st shift: 6:30am–3:00pm or 2nd shift: 3:00pm–12:30am

Travel:

Up to 100% domestic and international travel

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Engine Field Technician to support our aviation customers and aircraft manufacturers. This role is based within a 2-hour drive of Teterboro, NJ or Bradley International Airport (Windsor Locks, CT) and involves traveling domestically and internationally to maintain, inspect, and repair aircraft engines.

As a Field Technician, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality maintenance services in the field. Candidates must be comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds, passing a required eye exam, and traveling extensively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow work scope instructions provided by Maintenance Operations Control
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and reassemble engines and modules
• Troubleshoot defects in engine components and systems
• Use engine data tools and materials such as AMM, EMM, IPC
• Interpret Service Bulletins, FAA Advisory Directives, and Technical Variances
• Maintain eligibility for repair station inspection approval

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED with 4+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance, repair, or overhaul
• Associate degree with 3+ years of related experience
• FAA Airframe & Power Plant License
• Ability to pass FAA/DOT pre-employment drug screening (testing for marijuana, cocaine, opiates, PCP, and amphetamines)
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident (due to FAA requirements)

Qualifications:

• Experience working with gas turbine engines
• Familiarity with engine or aircraft logbooks
• Previous experience in FAR145 repair stations
• Prior customer-facing or field service experience
• Ability to work in a lead capacity
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel