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Aircraft Engine Licensed Mechanic

New London, NC · On-site

$27 - $33.75/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic 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 ...

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (CFM56)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.25 - $34/hr

As an Engine Mechanic (CFM56) , you'll maintain, repair, and overhaul aircraft engines, modules, components and accessories to assure compliance with established company standards, contractual ...

Aircraft Engine Mechanic II (TFE731)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.25 - $34/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic II (TFE731) Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools ...

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How much do aircraft engine mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft engine mechanic in the United States is $30.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.40 and $34.13 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Aircraft Engine Mechanic job?

An Aircraft Engine Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, repairing, and overhauling aircraft engines to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. They diagnose mechanical issues, replace faulty parts, and perform routine maintenance according to aviation regulations. Mechanics work with various engine types, including jet and piston engines, using specialized tools and technical manuals. Their role is crucial to ensuring aircraft meet strict safety standards and remain in optimal working condition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Aircraft Engine Mechanic position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Aircraft Engine Mechanic, you typically need strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or similar certification. Expertise in using diagnostic tools, precision measuring instruments, and maintenance management systems is essential. Excellent problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualities ensure safe, efficient engine maintenance and compliance with strict aviation regulations.

What are the typical career advancement opportunities for Aircraft Engine Mechanics?

As an Aircraft Engine Mechanic, there are several clear pathways for career advancement within the aviation industry. With experience and additional certifications, you can progress to lead mechanic, inspector, or supervisory roles within maintenance teams. Many mechanics also pursue specialized training to work on specific engine types or move into quality assurance and training positions. Some even transition into technical management or engineering support roles, expanding their career prospects. Most employers actively support ongoing learning and certification to help mechanics advance in their careers.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Engine Mechanic job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,723 per year, or $30.6 per hour.
AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32)

$30.79/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32), Position Description Number D1635000 and is part of the OK 138th Fighter Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard.

Qualifications:

MILITARY GRADES: E-1 through E-5
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training that has provided the ability to perform assembly and disassembly operations and make prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories in accordance with technical specifications, procedures and requirements. Experience using hand and
power tools common to the trade.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and power trains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical record, and by own diagnosis.
Knowledge in installing, removing, operating, and repairing a variety of conventional and modified aircraft engines and engine accessories systems on and off the aircraft.
Knowledge and understanding of jet engine theory and the integration of the jet engine with all aircraft systems to troubleshoot malfunctions and accomplish repairs.
Knowledge and skill to operate a variety of test equipment, such as vibration analyzers, air data simulators, engine monitoring computer, data transfer equipment, dynamic propeller balancing equipment, high pressure hydraulic test equipment, voltmeters and other precision measurement equipment to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair aircraft engines on and off the aircraft.
Skill and ability to interpret technical orders, manufacturer's catalogs, blueprints and schematic drawings, to obtain the technical information required to troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, modify, assemble and trim engines.
Knowledgeable in understanding and applying technical order data, principles and practices to verify that essential quality requirements have been met, identify problem areas and recommend corrective action.
Knowledgeable in understanding and interpreting engine trending data, to determine defects and failure rates on installed engines.
Skill and knowledge to certify work in progress (IPIs) and upon completion, compare to required tolerances and specifications as identified in Technical Orders (TO)'s.
Knowledge and understanding of mathematics to determine tolerances and performance specifications involved in engine buildup and test cell operations.

Education:

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Employment Type: OTHER