Aircraft Engine Mechanic (CFM56)

Overview

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of. 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.

As an entry level or minimum experienced Engine Mechanic I (CFM56), you'll maintain, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines, modules, components, and accessories to assure compliance with established company standards, contractual obligations, and airworthiness regulatory requirements. Perform technical troubleshooting using mechanical ability and extensive product knowledge. Cross train in other complementary skills as needed to support production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform dismantling and assembly of complete engines, modules, components, and assemblies in accordance with all customer, regulatory, and company requirements using hand or power tools.
• Interpret technical specifications, directives, and relevant publications to identify product discrepancies and deficiencies.
• Interpret technical standards, drawings, specifications, and other relevant documentation using mechanical precision measuring tools and instruments as required; verify the conformance of parts to manuals and blueprints with respect to measurements.
• Replace defective parts and reassemble units ensuring conformance with applicable regulations and manufacturer's specifications.
• Participate in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Cross train in other complementary skills and seek endorsements for those skills as needed to support production requirements.
• Move between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements as needed to support production requirements.
• Participate in cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements.
• Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret schematics, graphs, blueprints, and other technical information.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average work day.
• Regularly required to stand for prolonged periods.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, accuracy, and precision.
• Basic knowledge and proficiency in the proper use of precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to follow and understand related company instructions, company processes, overhaul manuals, and original equipment manufacturer's manuals.
• Ability to work 1st, 2nd or weekend shift as required.
• Entry level candidates who have completed an A&P program are encouraged to apply.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Characteristics

• FAA Powerplant certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities
• Enjoy a better work-life balance with many shop positions offering a 4-day workweek — 10-hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday.