Aviation Powerplant CDI - F/A-18 Engine & Systems Inspector

Avmac-LL; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance (employer-paid)

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

AVMAC LLC in San Diego seeks a Powerplants Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) to inspect and verify maintenance actions on F/A-18 powerplant systems, including engines, fuel and exhaust systems.

The role requires US Navy/USMC aircraft experience, plane captain qualification, ability to read technical publications, and strict adherence to safety and QA procedures. Willingness to meet physical demands and pass medical requirements is essential.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience with USN/USMC F/A-18 Aircraft preferred as a Power Plant Mechanic.
• High school diploma or equivalent; self-motivated with minimum supervision.
• Must be physically able to perform all duties; valid driver license.
• US Citizenship required due to the nature of work.
• Qualified as a Plane Captain and capable of operating support equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft engines, fuel systems, and secondary power systems of moderate difficulty.
• Interpret technical data, blueprints, and manuals to troubleshoot and restore equipment.
• Make entries in aircraft logs and records to document maintenance.
• Troubleshoot engine, APU, and airframe systems and use applicable test equipment.

Skills

F/A-18 Aircraft experience

Power plant mechanics

Reading blueprints/manuals

NALCOMIS documentation

Tools & equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Naval aviation training (AD / A1 / Jet Engine) or equivalent

Tools

Special tools/equipment

Job description

AVMAC LLC in San Diego seeks a Powerplants Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) to inspect and verify maintenance actions on F/A-18 powerplant systems, including engines, fuel and exhaust systems.

The role requires US Navy/USMC aircraft experience, plane captain qualification, ability to read technical publications, and strict adherence to safety and QA procedures. Willingness to meet physical demands and pass medical requirements is essential.