Aviation Machinist

FedEx; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking an experienced Aircraft Machinist to provide safe and efficient routine and non-routine maintenance on FedEx express aircraft, using drill presses, lathes and milling machines to rework, finish, and fabricate metal parts in compliance with FAA regulations. Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED with at least 36 months of machinist experience.

The role involves lifting heavy components and working rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays in a safety‑sensitive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 36 months machinist experience in a machine shop.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver heavy aircraft components and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Combines knowledge of metals with machine tool handling to produce precision aircraft parts and tooling.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machinist skills

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Drill presses

Lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Provides safe and efficient routine and non-routine maintenance to FedEx exp aircraft in accordance with FedEx policies and procedures and FAA regulations using machine tools such as drill presses, lathes, and milling machines to rework, finish, and produce metal parts.

Essential Functions

• Combines knowledge of metals with skillful handling of machine tools to make precision machined aircraft parts and aircraft tooling.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

High school diploma/GED.

Minimum Experience

Thirty- six (36) months machinist experience in a machine shop.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of machine shop maintenance operations and procedures required. Have a working knowledge of all aspects in machining techniques, operations, and procedures used in a machine shop environment. Knowledge and experience in the servicing of lathes, mills and surface grinders. Must be able to lift and maneuver heavy aircraft related components, parts and equipment.

Job Conditions

Must be willing to work odd work weeks, rotating shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays. FAA covered safety sensitive position. Subject to regulatory alcohol & drug testing, which includes testing for marijuana, PCP, amphetamines, cocaine & opioids. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Complete Welding certifications, and all required OJT, Aircraft and Machine Shop training to obtain FAA Repairman’s certificate 18 months from hire date .

Preferred Qualifications

The desired location for this position would be Memphis, TN. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx location five days a week.

Posting will close October 30, 2026, at 5PM CST.

Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.

Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)