Aircraft Turbine Engine Performance Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Ongoing training and certifications

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Aircraft Turbine Engine Mechanic with a specialization in engine performance for our client, a premier aviation maintenance and repair organization based in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of turbine engines to ensure peak performance and aviation compliance.

You will diagnose complex engine issues, perform inspections, and execute repairs and overhauls, while maintaining thorough records

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience as Aircraft Turbine Engine Mechanic.
• Trade qualification or equivalent military/aviation experience.
• Valid SACAA Part 66 AME license with turbine engine ratings is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret engine manuals, performance charts and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on turbine engines.
• Diagnose performance issues using diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Conduct borescope and performance testing as part of inspections.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble engine components.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer specs, ADs, and SACAA requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure workload efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Documentation

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

NQF 4/5 Aircraft Mechanical Engineering

SACAA Part 66 AME license

Tools

Specialized engine tools

Diagnostic software

Ground support equipment

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking an experienced Aircraft Turbine Engine Mechanic with a specialization in engine performance for our client, a premier aviation maintenance and repair organization based in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of turbine engines to ensure peak performance and aviation compliance.

You will diagnose complex engine issues, perform inspections, and execute repairs and overhauls, while maintaining thorough records