Aircraft Engine Mechanic: Precision Troubleshooter & Tester

Air National Guard Units; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Illinois seeks an Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Title 32) to certify performance, test, repair and modify turbine engines and propulsion system components on aircraft.

WG-8602-5/8/10 duties include troubleshooting engine malfunctions, analyzing data from schematics and CAMS, performing run-ups and disassembly/assembly of gearboxes and APUs. The position requires a Confidential security clearance with an application deadline of 2026-12-22.

Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft turbine engines and propulsion systems.
• Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and OEM specs.
• Experience with diagnostic computers and related hardware.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot malfunctioning engines and propulsion components.
• Disassemble and reassemble gearboxes and APUs as required.
• Interpret Engine Management trend data and diagnose anomalies.
• Perform engine run operations and verify performance within safe limits.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Engine diagnostics

CAMS data entry

Job description

Air National Guard Units in Illinois seeks an Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Title 32) to certify performance, test, repair and modify turbine engines and propulsion system components on aircraft.

WG-8602-5/8/10 duties include troubleshooting engine malfunctions, analyzing data from schematics and CAMS, performing run-ups and disassembly/assembly of gearboxes and APUs. The position requires a Confidential security clearance with an application deadline of 2026-12-22.