Field Service Technician

TURBINE ENGINE SPECIALISTS INC; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TURBINE ENGINE SPECIALISTS INC is seeking a Field Service professional to perform inspection, troubleshooting, and repairs on gas turbine engines in customer aircraft, traveling to service sites as required. You will ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and support engine changes and scheduled inspections.

The role requires an A&P license, English proficiency, and a valid driver's license, with substantial travel, and accountability for airworthiness determinations and service

Qualifications

• A&P license required with knowledge of specific turbine engines.
• English language proficiency (read, write, speak).
• Valid driver's license and strong written/verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair engines and related accessories as installed in customer aircraft.
• Follow manufacturer-approved modification specifications during repairs and maintenance.
• Establish and maintain contact with customers and brokers to support business development.
• Monitor tools and equipment calibrations; certify work performed and release to service.

Skills

A&P license

English proficiency

Driver's license

Strong communication

Education

College degree or technical/vocational training

Military aircraft maintenance program

Apprenticeship program

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Remote - Services - FORT WORTH, TX 76106

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for Field Service activities on gas turbine powered aircraft, technical troubleshooting, problem solving, engine changes, engine repairs and scheduled inspection in a particular geographic region.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform inspection, airframe interface, ground operation, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair of engines and related accessories, as installed in customer aircraft per manufacturer's instructions.
• Accomplish duties in such a manner as to present an image of professionalism to the customer and their agents that is the embodiment of service assistance in conforming the results to the manufacturer's approved modification specifications in engines and related accessories.
• Have knowledge of and where to obtain any required information.
• Monitor tooling calibrations for any equipment used to perform designated tasks.
• Perform any appropriate inspection they are certified to perform following completion of engine repairs and modifications and the inspection of powerplants following their installation into the aircraft for final acceptance and release to service.
• Make airworthiness determinations and providing suitable certification for the work performed including the Final Inspection and Release to Service of any work accomplished within the Repair Station's Rating either at the Repair Station or at any other location.
• Establish and maintain positive and effective contact with customers, brokers, agents, and others to enhance opportunities for new and continuing business development.
• Accomplish duties in a manner that presents an image of professionalism to the customer and their agents that is the embodiment of service assistance in conforming the results of the repair/maintenance activities to the manufacturer's approved modification specifications in engines and related accessories.

Qualifications

Should have 2-3 years related service experience in the aviation industry. HTF 7000 series, TFE731 and APU experience preferred. AS907 and CFM 34 experience desired, but not required.

QUALIFICATIONS, SPECIFIC SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES (INCLUDING LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS)

• College degree or high school graduate with technical vocational training and knowledge normally achieved through graduation from a university, trade school or military aircraft maintenance program, or an equivalent apprenticeship program.
• A&P license required with well-developed technical knowledge of specific types and models of aircraft turbine engines.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in the English language.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must possess effective written and verbal communications skills.
• Must have proper hand tools.
• Should be able to demonstrate PC proficiency in MS Word and Excel as well as learn any corporate or industry software used by the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Active work in field locations, both in hangars and on ramps: exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Work involves walking, sitting, driving, or standing for various periods of time required to work in equipment attached, or to be attached to aircraft.
• Environment may include periods of elevated noise exposure due to engine testing.
• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions.
• Must be able to travel between 70-90% of the time.
• Hangars, ramps, and engine shop environments, including hoists, heavy parts, chemicals, and fluids with use of precision instruments, stringent housekeeping and work area safety regulations and practices to observe and maintain.

Join Our Team

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to [e-mail].

TES is an Equal Opportunity Employer

TES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state, or local protected class.