Aircraft Engine Mechanic (CFM56)

StandardAero; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

4-day workweek (10-hour shifts)

Job summary

StandardAero is seeking an Aircraft Engine Mechanic I (CFM56) in Dallas to maintain, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines, modules, components, and accessories per company standards and airworthiness rules.

The role supports production with cross-training and safety compliance, offering opportunities for growth and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret schematics, graphs, blueprints, and other technical data.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Entry level candidates who have completed an A&P program are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform dismantling and assembly of complete engines, modules, components and assemblies using hand or power tools.
• Interpret technical specifications and drawings to identify discrepancies and deficiencies.
• Replace defective parts and reassemble units to ensure conformance with regs and specs.
• Move between production assignments to support multiple skills endorsements.
• Observe all safety requirements and report unsafe practices/conditions.

Skills

Read schematics

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Blueprint reading

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometer

Job description

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (CFM56)

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you’ll also enjoy our great perks.

Job Description

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (CFM56)

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you’ll also enjoy our great perks.

As an entry level or minimum experienced Engine Mechanic I (CFM56), you'll 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.

What You'll Do

• Perform dismantling and assembly of complete engines, modules, components and assemblies in accordance with all customer, regulatory, and company requirements using hand or power tools.
• 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; verifies the conformance of parts to manuals and blueprints with respect to measurements.
• Replace defective parts and reassembles units ensuring conformance with applicable regulations and manufacturer's specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Cross train in other complementary skills and seeks endorsements for those skills as needed to support production requirements.
• Move between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements 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.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret schematics, graphs, blueprints, and other technical information.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average work day.
• Regularly required to stand for prolonged periods.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, accuracy and precision.
• Basic knowledge and proficient in the proper use of precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to follow and understand related company instructions, company processes, overhaul manuals, and original equipment manufacturer's manuals.
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd or weekend shift as required.
• Entry level candidates who have completed a A&P program are encouraged to apply.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Characteristics

• FAA Powerplant certification is a plus.

Benefits That Make Life Better At StandardAero

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 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
• Enjoy a better work-life balance with many shop positions offering a 4-day workweek — 10-hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday.

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About Us

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With 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 Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 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.