Senior Aircraft Engine Technician | Flexible Shifts

Accelera Staffing; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Accelera in Opa Locka, FL is seeking a Lead Engine Technician to oversee turbine engine and APU maintenance, ensuring airworthiness, safety, and mission readiness for high‑caliber aircraft.

With 8+ years in turbine engine shop or line maintenance and an FAA A&P certificate, you will lead troubleshooting, engine removals/replacements, documentation, and collaboration with a dedicated aviation team to deliver reliable performance.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certification required.
• 8+ years turbine engine shop/line maintenance.
• 2+ years with corporate jet aircraft.
• Experience with engine removals/replacements and borescope inspections.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of engines and APUs.
• Ensure airworthiness and regulatory compliance.
• Follow SOPs in hangar, shop, or factory environments.
• Record maintenance tasks per regulatory manuals.
• Identify wear, corrosion, or damage on engines and APUs.
• Analyze maintenance logs to troubleshoot issues.
• Recommend replacements or modifications based on findings.
• Perform engine removal/installations per engineering orders.
• Restore components using gauges, hand tools, and testing equipment.
• Conduct functional testing and operational checks on engines and APUs.
• Assist with electrical and mechanical installations/removals.
• Operate ground support equipment as required.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Borescope inspections

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

FAA A&P certificate

Job description

Accelera in Opa Locka, FL is seeking a Lead Engine Technician to oversee turbine engine and APU maintenance, ensuring airworthiness, safety, and mission readiness for high‑caliber aircraft.

With 8+ years in turbine engine shop or line maintenance and an FAA A&P certificate, you will lead troubleshooting, engine removals/replacements, documentation, and collaboration with a dedicated aviation team to deliver reliable performance.