Aircraft Engine Mechanic (1st Shift)

PEM-AIR; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading aviation service provider in sunny Florida! This role as an Aircraft Engine Mechanic offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced jet engines like CFM56 and GE90. You'll be responsible for maintaining and overhauling aircraft engines, ensuring they meet strict safety and performance standards. If you have a passion for aviation and a strong mechanical background, this position will allow you to grow your career while contributing to a trusted source of engine MRO services. Enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive work environment that values your skills and dedication.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Year-end bonus

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Health benefits

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• A&P license holder desired with 3+ years of experience with jet engines.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to interpret technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines to ensure compliance.
• Perform disassembly and assembly of jet engines using various tools.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Ability to interpret schematics

Education

A&P license

3 years experience with CFM56 and/or CF6 Jet Engines

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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Pem-Air Turbine Engine Services is an FAA and EASA-certified global repair provider of gas turbine engines, accessories, and related platform components. We are a trusted source for mature engines and have capabilities for current engines, including the CFM56-7B and GE90. Exceeding client expectations since 2013, Pem-Air Turbine Engine Services is a one-stop shop for legacy and new engine MRO services.

We are an integrated team of highly experienced commercial and former military personnel eager to expand our workforce rapidly. Join our team if you are passionate about jet engine maintenance, performance restoration, and aircraft operations. We are seeking experienced professionals who are excited to grow their careers in sunny West Florida!

• Competitive salary, year-end bonus, 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off: vacation, holidays, and personal/sick time
• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health counseling, legal advisory, and financial coaching to support you and anyone in your household
• 7am-3:30pm shift

POSITION SUMMARY

PATES Aircraft Engine Mechanic will maintain, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines, modules, components, and accessories to assure compliance with established company standards, contractual obligations, and airworthiness regulatory requirements. Performs technical troubleshooting using mechanical ability and extensive product knowledge. Cross trains in other complementary skills as needed to support production requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform disassembly and assembly of jet engines, modules, submodules, components, and assemblies in accordance with all regulatory, original manufacturer, customer, and company requirements using hand tools, power tools or specified equipment.
• Interpret technical specifications, directives, and relevant publications to identify product discrepancies and deficiencies.
• Interpret technical standards, drawings, specifications, and other relevant documentation using mechanical precision measuring tools and instruments as required; verify the conformance of parts to manuals and blueprints with respect to measurements.
• Troubleshoot to identify problems, adjust and repairs products according to specifications and established procedures.
• Use machines, tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, shop equipment and consumables necessary to carry out the required tasks.
• Check for serviceability, conformity documentation completeness and compatibility to applicable standards.
• Replace defective parts and reassembles units ensuring conformance with applicable regulations and manufacturer's specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement of maintenance repair processes.
• Cross train in other complementary skills and seeks endorsements for those skills as needed to support production requirements.
• Participate in cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements.
• Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• A&P license holder desired. Powerplant license required or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with CFM56 and/or CF6 Jet Engines; to include but not limited to disassembly, inspection, repair, assembly, and testing.
• MRO (Maintenance Repair Organization) or OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) Shop experience preferred. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret schematics, graphs, blueprints, and other technical information.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, accuracy, and precision.
• Knowledgeable and proficient in the proper use of precision measuring equipment.
• Working knowledge of production management computer systems and other related internal control systems.
• Ability to follow and understand related company instructions, company processes, overhaul manuals, and original equipment manufacturer's manuals.
• Ability to workday shift or second shift, as required.
• Major Module removal and installation (Engine to Modules)
• Module Disassembly and Assembly (Modules to Submodules)
• Submodule Disassembly and Assembly (Submodules to Piece Parts)
• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average workday.
• Regularly required to stand for prolonged periods.
• Able to bend, twist, squat, and lift
• Able to access aircraft maintenance areas of the hangar

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Production
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Airlines and Aviation, and Repair and Maintenance