Engine Technician I (1149)

VSE AVIATION • Roselle, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Engine Technician I is an entry-level role at Vortex Aviation, designed for individuals who have completed a Powerplant program but possess little to no hands-on experience with jet engine maintenance. This position serves as an introduction to engine repair operations, focusing on comprehensive training, skill development, and familiarization with shop procedures and safety practices within the company.

Requirements

• Completion of an FAA-certified Powerplant program
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals and follow instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
• Willingness to learn and follow directions from experienced technicians
• Good manual dexterity and basic mechanical aptitude
• Strong commitment to safety, reliability, and personal growth in aviation maintenance
• Ability to work well in a team environment and take initiative
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Powerplant License

Nice To Haves

• 1-2-years of aviation maintenance experience
• Aviation schooling
• Basic understanding of aircraft engine systems and standard shop practices

Responsibilities

• Assist senior technicians with basic shop tasks such as tool preparation, engine cleaning, and component handling.
• Learn to read and follow maintenance manuals and engine shop documentation.
• Observe and support disassembly and reassembly of engine components under direct supervision.
• Participate in on-the-job training to gain familiarity with jet engine systems and Vortex Aviation procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Accurately complete assigned checklists and documentation as part of the learning process.
• Attend assigned training sessions and apply learned skills in the shop environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees