Aviation Powerplant Mechanic I

Kay & Associates, Inc.; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Kay & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I (Power Plants) at NAS Lemoore FRCW. You will repair engines, sheet metal, and powerplant systems, following manuals and using tools and testing equipment. Responsibilities include engine teardown, component replacement, and documenting maintenance actions; flexibility for shift work is required.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with directives, and coordination with active-duty personnel to keep aircraft mission-ready.

Qualifications

• Five or more year’s F414-GE-400 experience.
• Seven or more years’ experience as aviation powerplant mechanic.
• Familiarity with military tech manuals.
• Experience with NALCOMIS/OOMA.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot propulsion/engine and fuel systems.
• Repair/replace engine components and controls.
• Read manuals and service bulletins to determine repair feasibility.
• Perform engine teardown and build-up activities.
• Document maintenance actions and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

F414-GE-400 experience

Aviation powerplant mechanic

NALCOMIS/OOMA familiarity

Read and interpret maintenance manuals

Ability to work shift work

Tools

Hand and power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Kay & Associates, Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I (Power Plants) at NAS Lemoore FRCW. You will repair engines, sheet metal, and powerplant systems, following manuals and using tools and testing equipment. Responsibilities include engine teardown, component replacement, and documenting maintenance actions; flexibility for shift work is required.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance with directives, and coordination with active-duty personnel to keep aircraft mission-ready.