Aircraft Engine Mechanic

D.O.M. magazine; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Bonus opportunities

Health & Dependent Care FSAs

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

Job summary

StandardAero in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Aircraft Engine Mechanic to perform precision repair and overhaul on gas turbine engines. You will apply your technical expertise to ensure engines meet high standards of quality, reliability, and safety.

Join a team that values safety, accuracy, and collaboration while following aviation regulations and company policies. On-the-job training and opportunities to advance are available with StandardAero.

Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO), including full engine teardown and rebuild.
• Experience with fan engines (large engines preferred).
• Proficiency in engine induction, dismantle, and inspection of complex parts.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering data.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair gas turbine engine modules and components.
• Perform complete engine teardown, inspection, repair, and reassembly with accuracy.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and maintenance manuals to determine proper operating conditions.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals and uphold quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable aviation regulations.

Skills

MRO operations

Gas turbine engines

Engine teardown

Read blueprints

Technical documentation

Safety & teamwork

Manual interpretation

Education

FAA A&P License

Job description

Aircraft Engine MechanicSan Antonio, TXBuild an Aviation Career You’re Proud OfBuild your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.As an Aircraft Engine Mechanicat StandardAero, you’ll perform precision repair and overhaul work on gas turbine engines. You’ll use your technical expertise to ensure every engine meets the highest standards of quality, reliability, and safety.

What you’ll do:

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair gas turbine engine modules and components.
• Perform complete engine teardown, inspection, repair, and reassembly with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and maintenance manuals to determine proper operating conditions.
• Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals and uphold quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Follow all company safety policies and applicable aviation regulations.

What skills you will use:Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in aircraft engine maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO operations), including full engine teardown and rebuild.
• Experience with small, medium, or large fan engines (large engines preferred).
• Proficiency in engine induction, dismantle, and inspection of complex parts.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering data.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5–10 years of verifiable MRO experience.
• Experience with RB211 (RB2) and/or LEAP engines.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) or Powerplant (P) License.
• Formal apprenticeship or technical training in aircraft engine maintenance.
• Advanced understanding of maintenance manuals with the ability to support and mentor other mechanics.

Benefits that make life better:

• 401(k) with 100 company match; up to 5 vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our StandardStandardAero offers equal employment opportunities for all. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

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