Technician

FTAI Aviation LLC; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. in Miami is seeking a Technician to maintain, inspect, disassemble, rebuild, and troubleshoot CFM56-5/-7 engines to FAA standards. Workplaces include hangars, repair stations, and airfields. The role is full-time on an eight-hour schedule with occasional overtime and weekend work.

The ideal candidate has basic mechanical skills, is fluent in English, and is legally authorized to work in the U.S. Pre-employment drug testing per FAA/DOT rules applies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be fluent in English (written and verbal).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Pass pre‑employment drug testing per FAA/DOT regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance including inspection, disassembly, reassembly, and troubleshooting of engines.
• Run regular maintenance tests and checks for safety and full capacity.
• Install replacement parts for CFM56-5/-7 engines as needed.
• Maintain inventories of supplies, tools and repair logs.
• Inspect and repair aircraft jet engines and related components per specifications.
• Follow safety procedures and coordinate with engineering and flight crews.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Read/interpret technical data

English fluency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Full Time LEVEL 1 Miami, FL, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1184

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on the Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) of CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including The Module Factory and a joint venture to distribute engine PMA helps make CFM56 and V2500 engine maintenance simpler, more cost‑effective, significantly faster, and more environmentally friendly. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montreal, Singapore, Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

A Technician maintains, inspects, disassembles, rebuilds, and troubleshoots the CFM56-5/-7 engines of aircraft to meet FAA standards. They will often work in hangars, repair stations, and on airfields. The position is full‑time on an eight‑hour schedule with occasional overtime and weekend work. Technicians should have strong mechanical abilities and knowledge, be incredibly detail‑oriented, and thorough. A Technician should be skilled at working with complex information and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Performing Maintenance – Mechanic will carry out maintenance updates on different components and accessories of engines, such as but not restricted to inspection, disassembly, reassembly, and troubleshooting.
• Running Tests – Will run regular maintenance tests and checks to ensure that all components are working to full capacity and that the engine is safe to operate.
• Installing Replacement Parts - Constantly perform regular installations of replacement parts in the CFM56-5/-7 engines which are faulty or damaged.
• Creating Inventories of Supplies - Must keep inventory of the stock, supplies and tools in possession. As well as a materials and equipment logs used for replenishment for future tasks and projects. Mechanics will also maintain repair logs, reports, and documentation of what has been fixed or replaced.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft jet engines and related components in accordance to technical specifications provided by Engineering Dept.
• Perform routine maintenance, overhauls, and part replacements according to manufacturer and regulatory standards.
• Use diagnostic tools and technical manuals to identify faults and determine corrective actions.
• Document maintenance activities, repairs, and inspections in compliance with aviation regulations.
• Follow strict safety procedures and coordinate with engineering and flight crews to maintain airworthiness.

Qualifications: (Required)

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have basic mechanical skills and ability to read and interpret technical data to perform maintenance activities on aircraft jet engines (CFM56-5/-7 Models).
• Must be fluent in English (written and verbal)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S
• Pass pre‑employment drug testing per FAA/DOT regulations. NOTE: This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Qualifications: (Preferred)

• Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) FAA certification
• +1 years of previous engine maintenance experience in the aerospace field on turbine engines; CFM56-5/-7 preferred.
• Flexibility to travel both domestic and international.
• Candidate should be goal‑oriented, detailed, and must work well in team environments and as an individual.
• Well‑organized with basic computer skills.

Job Demands:

Work is performed in a Shop environment and requires the ability to perform extensive standing, driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly; to manipulate up to 100lbs. with assistance. Must be able to bend, stoop, climb to reach materials, and work in a noisy environment.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.