Aircraft Engine Mechanic/FEDS Operator

Amentum • Savannah, GA

1d • $39 • Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Engine Mechanic/FEDS Operator, with the use of current technical instructions repairs or replaces worn, defective, or damaged aircraft engine parts. They also test engine components and systems to ensure they are functioning correctly and use testing equipment to diagnose and identify engine problems. In addition, an aviation engine mechanic is responsible for disassembling and inspecting engine parts like turbine blades and cylinders, for wear, warping, cracks, and leaks. This mechanic assists in the preparation and installation of aircraft engines and the removal of engine systems and components. The engine mechanic may also be required to operate and evaluate engine systems with the use of an engine run cell.

Requirements

• FAA Powerplant License.
• If no A&P, shall have five (5) years of documented experience as a Flexible Engine Diagnostic System (FEDS) operator.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• US Citizenship is required for a facility credentials/authorization at the work location.
• Must possess own shadowed/etched Tools and Toolbox.
• Possess good communication skills; be adaptable, diversified and capable of troubleshooting entire aircraft system.
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical and associated systems principles to complete properly all probable work tasks.
• Knowledge of Quality Control, Production and Supply procedures required to perform job assignment.
• Able to properly use a variety of common hand tools and measuring devices such as gauges, torque wrenches and scales and test, measurement and diagnostic equipment related to specific aircraft models.
• Able to determine when faulty systems or assemblies can be corrected through repair of replacement of new parts and the nature and extent of repair required.
• Must have skill in reading, applying and interpreting technical data.

Responsibilities

• Repairs or replaces worn, defective, or damaged aircraft engine parts using current technical instructions.
• Tests engine components and systems to ensure proper functioning.
• Uses testing equipment to diagnose and identify engine problems.
• Disassembles and inspects engine parts like turbine blades and cylinders for wear, warping, cracks, and leaks.
• Assists in the preparation and installation of aircraft engines.
• Assists in the removal of engine systems and components.
• Operates and evaluates engine systems using an engine run cell.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed