Powerplant Mechanic

Jet Midwest, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An aviation services company in Kansas City is seeking a skilled Powerplant Mechanic to ensure aircraft systems' safety and compliance with FAA regulations. The ideal candidate will hold a current FAA A&P License and possess over 5 years of hands-on maintenance experience. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairs, and maintaining documentation. This role emphasizes teamwork and attention to detail, essential for delivering high-quality service in aviation maintenance. Candidates are required to have strong mechanical skills and a solid understanding of aircraft systems.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with specific aircraft powerplant systems is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents is essential.
• Experience with maintenance planning is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft components and engine systems.
• Perform maintenance and inspections on assigned aircraft.
• Maintain accurate documentation and maintenance records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Basic Math and Measurement Skills

Motorized lift equipment safety

Education

Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License

High School Diploma or Equivalent

5+ years hands-on airframe and power plant experience

Tools

Aircraft maintenance manuals

Diagnostic devices

Job description

Position Description

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Full Time Technician Kansas City, MO, US

14 days ago

Requisition ID: 1443

Summary

Reporting directly to the Powerplant Manager, the Powerplant Mechanic is directly responsible for troubleshooting, repair, disassembly, and service of aircraft, components, and engine systems. This position will perform maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re‑assembly, and adjustments of various aircraft systems in compliance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and FAA regulations with a focus on safety and quality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain all aircraft, components, and systems as assigned in compliance with specifications and FAA regulations
• Inspect and certify Engine maintenance per regulations
• Troubleshoot system and component malfunctions and perform necessary maintenance work or re‑work using various tools and diagnostic devices
• Remove and replace defective components
• Perform preflight/postflight turnaround inspections and servicing as assigned
• Maintain all pertinent documentation/maintenance records – logbooks, 8130’s, and historical data as required
• Perform other tasks as assigned
• Interpret technical drawings to assemble and disassemble engines

Education & Experience

• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License is required for consideration
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 5+ years hands‑on airframe and power plant experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Current Gen Fam’s for a variety of aircraft powerplant systems in one or more of our core platforms (PW4000, CFM56, and similar) are preferred
• Experience reading and interpreting aircraft maintenance manuals, IPC, SRM, etc.
• Thorough working knowledge of ATA Chapters and codes
• Ability to perform well on a team
• Basic Math and Measurement Skills
• Familiarity with safe use of motorized lift equipment, forklifts, and pallet jacks preferred but not required
• Ability to read and write the English language
• 747, 757, 767, and/or 777 Experience and/or Gen Fam highly preferred
• Maintenance planning experience, preferred