Aviation Advanced Engine Mechanic (Production/MRO Associate)

Honda South Carolina Manufacturing; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base wages

Paid overtime

401K with company match

Industry-leading benefits

Job summary

Honda South Carolina Manufacturing in Burlington, NC is seeking a Manufacturing team member responsible for advanced operations including material handling, assembly, inspection, MRO and engine test of aircraft engines.

Qualified candidates will have FAA Powerplant license, 6 years in aviation manufacturing or maintenance, and 5+ years jet engine maintenance experience is a bonus. Strong problem-solving and blueprint-reading skills are required.

Qualifications

• FAA Powerplant license is required or currently in process.
• Minimum 6 years in aviation manufacturing or a maintenance facility.
• 5+ years in jet engine maintenance is a bonus.
• Ability to interpret basic drawings, schematics, and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Lead training of associates and maintain engine kitting.
• Perform assembly and inspection to ensure 100% traceability.
• Support engine test preparation and data documentation.
• Utilize MES/ERP systems for shop floor workflows.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Reading blueprints

Troubleshooting

Quality control

MES/ERP familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Powerplant License

Tools

Hand tools

Precision measuring tools

Shop math

Job description

What Makes a Honda, Is Who Makes a Honda

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it’s a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future‑focused goals. At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of “power” that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize “the joy and freedom of mobility” by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a “zero environmental footprint.”

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda’s, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

Manufacturing team member with the responsibility of performing advanced operations involving material handling, assembly, inspection, Maintenance/Repair/Overhaul (MRO), and test of aircraft engines.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead training of associates
• Maintenance of engine kitting by supporting layout of engine hardware parts and storage utilizing shadowing for parts control
• Facilitate supporting data to Preliminary Review (PR) disposition for nonconforming product decisions
• Document technical data and provide timely communication of results
• Perform visual/quality checks of assembly hardware to maintain 100% traceability of product
• Perform hands‑on engine assembly at the highest level of skill as needed to support the team
• Perform hands‑on engine repair activites at the highest level of skill as needed to support the team

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED
• FAA certified Powerplant Maintenance License

Minimum Experience

• 6 years in aviation manufacturing and/or maintenance facility
• 5+ years specific to jet engine maintenance is a bonus

Other Job‑Specific Skills

• Strong experience in one or more of the following aero/engine functions: assembly, inspection testing, kitting, and/or inventory control
• Ability to interpret basic drawings, schematics, and blueprints
• Use of hand tools and limited precision measuring instruments
• Experience with analysis of moderate technical issues in area of expertise
• Moderate understanding of safety/ergonomics to incorporate during build process
• Moderate computer skills to utilize MES (Manufacturing Execution System) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system.
• Experience with analysis/investigative tools and systems
• Familiarity with regulatory agency requirements to assure compliance
• Advanced knowledge of FAA Part 145 regulations

Skills Continued

• Diverse knowledge of inspection and control methods, techniques and documentation
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to use shop hand and power tools, balancing equipment, perform engine test preparation, product acceptance testing, diagnosis, and equipment calibration
• Ability to use strong trouble‑shooting skills within area of expertise
• Understanding of basic test‑operating procedures, engine test results, historical trends, and analysis related information
• Ability to apply strong analytical problem‑solving skills with a strong understanding of the engine manufacturing processes
• Work from basic blueprints, tool write‑ups, sketches, verbal information, appropriate manuals, etc., to perform assigned work instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Ability to be flexible with job assignments and able to quickly master new tasks

Working Conditions

• Travel: No travel expected
• Physical: Manufacturing environment with minimal desk work. Frequent kneeling, standing, reaching, squatting, bending, pushing and lifting. Some physical effort required (pushing 300+ pounds on wheeled cart; lifting 25-50 pounds.
• Hazards: Risks found in typical aviation shop setting. Exposure to explosives/flammables, pressurized equipment, chemicals, moving parts, hot parts.
• Overtime: Overtime expected based on project demands/responsibilities.
• Maintains professional conduct and follows all departmental rules, safety, company policies and procedures.

What differentiates Honda and make us an employer of choice?

Total Rewards

• Competitive Base Wages (pay will be based on several variables that include, but not limited to geographic location, work experience, etc.)
• Paid Overtime
• Regional Bonus (when applicable)
• Industry‑leading Benefit Plans (Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx)
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, shutdown
• Company Paid Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• 401K Plan with company match + additional contribution

Career Growth

• Advancement Opportunities
• Career Mobility
• Education Reimbursement for Continued Learning
• Training and Development Programs

Additional Offerings

• Lifestyle Account
• Childcare Reimbursement Account
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment
• Elder Care Support
• Wellbeing Program
• Community Service and Engagement Programs
• Product Programs

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.