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Lead Technician, Engine

by Bombardier

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Date Posted

August 28, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Category

A&P

Salary Range

Negotiable

Cost of Living

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Locations

Tucson, Arizona

Application Deadline

September 27, 2026

Description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier’s Benefits Program

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

  • Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
  • Competitive base salary
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

  • Adhere to Bombardier General Work Instructions (Factory, Shop and / or Hangar positions).
  • Comply with environmental health / safety policies / procedures. Participate in 5-S activities. Perform work in a safe and timely manner.
  • Perform and document work performed per appropriate manuals and regulations as required.
  • Inspect engines and/or APU’s, components and associated aircraft systems and components for damage, defects, corrosion, or other wear to ensure airworthiness in accordance with appropriate maintenance manuals.
  • Interpret discrepancies or maintenance logs (written or verbal) to understand history and nature of issue, to troubleshoot and identify required next steps to return to service and or airworthy condition.
  • Recommend replacement, repair, or modification of aircraft engines/APU’s based on inspection.
  • Perform installation, removal or modifications of turbine engines/APU’s, systems or components, following drawings, schematics, engineering orders, and technical publications.
  • Perform repairs on worn, defective, or damaged parts or components (e.g., damaged gaskets, lines and couplings), using hand tools, gauges and testing equipment.
  • Research, read, and interpret technical manuals and guidelines to perform inspections, installations, repairs, or other work activities.
  • Conduct and assist with engine/APU’s and related systems operational checks and functional tests.
  • Install, remove, or modify aircraft structures, systems, or components, following drawings, schematics, charts, engineering orders, and technical publications.
  • Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance adheres to standards and procedures, and that aircraft are ready for operation.
  • Assist other employees in the performance of general aircraft maintenance tasks and their duties within area(s) of qualification.
  • Assist Aviation Maintenance Technicians in the operation of ground support equipment (GSE), for example, ground power units, hydraulic mules, and oxygen servicing units as needed.
  • Assist with performing complete engine runs.
  • Operate ground support equipment.
  • Assist with off-aircraft component repair.
  • Perform mechanical / electrical removals and installations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

How to thrive in this role?

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant License
  • A minimum of eight (8+) years aircraft turbine engine line or shop maintenance or substantiated equivalent experience
  • A minimum of two (2) years’ experience on corporate jet aircraft
  • A minimum of one (1) year experience on Bombardier aircraft
  • Proficient in completing engine R&R’s, borescopes and written reports

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team!

Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws.

Job Lead Technician, Engine

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Tucson, Arizona

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

Median Household Income
$54,546
Median Rent
$1,079/mo
Median Home Value
$242,200
Gasoline (1 gal)
$3.49
Restaurant Meal
$13.5
Milk (1 L)
$0.83
Eggs (dozen)
$1.64

Rent runs about 23.7% of median income in Tucson affordable by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.