Engine Mechanic (SAM-PRO-0193)

M1 Support Services; Texas; On-site; USD 94,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life and dependent life

AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

M1 Support Services seeks an Engine Mechanic to maintain J85 and PT6A engines at Sheppard AFB. The role involves disassembly, inspection, reassembly, removal/reinstallation of engines on T-6 and T-38 aircraft, and engine rigging using applicable data.

You will document maintenance records and uphold safety and FOD standards. Two years' engine teardown/rebuild experience is required, with a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in engine teardown and rebuilding or related experience.
• Completion of high school or equivalent is required.
• Certification to run J85 and aircraft engines on test cells may be required.
• Valid driver's license needed for flight line driving privileges.

Responsibilities

• Disassembles, inspects and reassembles J85 and PT6A engines and components.
• Removes and reinstalls engines on T-6 and T-38 aircraft.
• Performs engine rigging and operational checks on engines.
• Maintains aircraft maintenance records per USAF and company directives.
• Complies with FOD, safety, tool control and environmental programs.

Skills

J85 engine

PT6A engine

Engine teardown

Engine rebuilding

Aircraft engines

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized courses desirable

Tools

Hand tools proficiency

Job description

M1 Support Services, LP1500 Solana Blvd Suite 5200Westlake, TX 76262m1services.comEngine Mechanic (SAM-PRO-0193)

Location Sheppard AFB, TX

Start Date TBD

Contract 6056 ACES SheppardAircraft Maintenance

Salary Range $46.35/hr

Posting Date 10/05/2026

Union Yes

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Shift Work Yes FT/PT Full-time

Relocation No

Travel Possible

Job Summary: M1 Support Services' Engine Mechanic maintains J85 and PT6A aircraft engines at the highest quality and safety standards and maintains and assists in the maintenance and troubleshooting of engine related problems. Makes allproper entries in the aircraft maintenance records. Performs tasks under minimum supervision. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Disassembles, inspects and reassembles J85 and PT6A engines and engine components as required in the performance of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Performs removal and reinstallation of engines on T-6 and T-38 aircraft.
• Performs engine rigging tasks using the applicable technical data for both installed and uninstalled J85 and PT6A engines and required operational checks of installed engines on T-6 or T-38 aircraft.
• In FLSU, remove and install off aircraft section, aircraft panels, engine bay panels, raise and lower windscreens, and position/tow aircraft on the sound suppressor/hush house or trim pad.
• Completes all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and Company directives.
• Complies with the requirements of the FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
• Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Engine mechanics assigned to the test cell are required to obtain certification to run J85, and aircraft engines on AF32ff4 test cells. Will be nm qualified for one (1) type aircraft if decentralized. Also, when decentralized, they will remove and replace boattails in support of T-38s.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A working knowledge of the hand tools and hardware used in the maintenance of J85 and PT6A aircraft engines is required.
• Completion of high school or the equivalent is required.
• Completion of specialized courses is desired.
• The ability to read and write and to comprehend technical data is required.
• Two (2) Years' of experience in engine teardown and rebuilding or related experience are required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is necessary to obtain flight line driving privileges.
• Engine mechanics assigned to the test cell are required to obtain certification to run J85, and aircraft engines on AF32ff4 test cells. Will be nm qualified for one (1) type aircraft if decentralized. Also, when decentralized, they will remove and replace boattails in support of T-38s.

Working Conditions: M1 Support Services, LP1500 Solana Blvd Suite 5200Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.Must be able to stand for long periods of time.Must be physically capable of performing all assigned duties.Normal color vision is required.Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs

M1 Support Services, headquartered in Westlake, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration foremployment without regard to disability, or veteran status.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts forqualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.