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A&P Mechanic II, Engines

by StandardAero

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Date Posted

October 15, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

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Locations

Houston, Texas

Application Deadline

November 14, 2026

Description

Aircraft Engine Mechanic II

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Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you’ll also enjoy our great perks.

Overview

As an Aircraft Engine Mechanic II at StandardAero’s Houston MRO facility (IAH), you will put your skills and powerplant expertise to use performing overhauls, major inspections, and heavy maintenance on Honeywell TFE731 and CFE738 turbofan engines.

What You'll Do

  • Utilize precision instruments such as micrometers, torque wrenches, and calipers to inspect, troubleshoot, and repair engines and APUs.
  • Navigate, research, and reference technical digital documents, OEM Light and Heavy Maintenance manuals.
  • Perform routine maintenance and major inspections on Honeywell turbofan engines.
  • Disassemble and re-assemble engines, adhering to OEM technical manual specifications.
  • Remove and reinstall engines on aircraft for major periodic inspections and core zone inspections.
  • Perform incoming and outgoing engine runs and line maintenance, as required.
  • Evaluate removed components for serviceability and document discrepancies.
  • Document all work accomplished in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
  • Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives.
  • Participate in ongoing training initiatives on and off-site through partners like CAE, FlightSafety, and Honeywell.

Position Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience performing heavy maintenance on turbine engines.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience working in an engine overhaul, military depot, or MRO environment.
  • Must have a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States, without sponsorship.
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Characteristics

  • Experience inspecting, maintaining, and repairing turbofan engines.
  • Experience working on the Honeywell CFE738 or TFE731 engine lines.
  • Engine Run & Taxi Certifications on various corporate aircraft models.
  • Experience working in a Test Cell environment.

Benefits That Make Life Better

  • Relocation & Sign-On Bonus Eligible.
  • Comprehensive Healthcare.
  • 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
  • Paid Time Off, accrued starting on day one.
  • Quarterly Bonus opportunities.
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability.
  • Life and AD&D Insurance.
  • Learning & Training opportunities.

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Houston, Texas

What aviation pay actually covers in Houston — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$62,894
Median Rent
$1,313/mo
Median Home Value
$253,400
Gasoline (1 gal)
$3.48
Restaurant Meal
$14.9
Milk (1 L)
$0.94
Eggs (dozen)
$1.77

Rent runs about 25.1% of median income in Houston — moderate by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

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