Engine Mechanic

Tyonek Native Corporation•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Performs depot-level aircraft maintenance on multiple variants of military engine platforms. The mechanic must understand military technical manuals and be able to qualify for a government equipment operator’s license when required. Work includes disassembling, inspecting, repairing, testing, reconditioning, and assembling aircraft engines, assemblies, and accessories, as well as diagnosing engine and accessory-system issues. Up to 25% travel may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of documented experience in aerospace and/or aircraft engine repair.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be able to pass a National Agency background check, which could include criminal history and credit checks for access to government facilities.
Must be able to pass post-offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Must be able to qualify for a government equipment operator’s license as required.
Must be able to perform the essential duties and meet the listed physical requirements, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

A&P license is a plus but not required.
Experience with military engine platforms, including T-56, F-404 variants, T700-GE-701, and various GE and Pratt & Whitney engines and related components.
Military installation intermediate- and/or depot-level maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Disassemble aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories, including removing tubing, fuel controls, and pumps as required.
Break down major assemblies in the proper sequence and inspect for visual defects.
Determine whether parts are functional and reusable.
Examine, evaluate, recondition, and assemble subassemblies.
Maintain, repair, and test different types of engines in aircraft test cells or maintenance shops.
Analyze issues such as fuel fluctuation, compressor instability, or excessive vibration and take remedial action, including disassembly as needed.
Apply preservation and de-preservation techniques for shipping or long-term storage of aircraft gas turbine engines.
Install, operate, and repair gas turbine aircraft engines and accessory systems using appropriate engine repair practices.
Use measurement and test instruments, including vibration analyzers, pyrometers, and test benches.
Interpret and use technical orders, specifications, manufacturers’ catalogs, maintenance bulletins, conversion tables, graphs, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Observe instrument readings, make tentative diagnoses, and disassemble engines or accessory systems to locate defects and determine the cause and extent of required repairs.
Perform other duties as assigned.