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BP Aero Services LLC

Engine Repair Mechanic

Irving, TX

$17 - $23.25/hr

We are one of only a few commercial aircraft engine repair facilities in the world focusing on hospital shop and field service repairs. Our customers consist of airlines, engine overhaul shops ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (PW300)

Dallas, TX

$27.25 - $34/hr

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

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (PW300)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.25 - $34/hr

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

StandardAero

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 ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic II (TFE731)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.25 - $34/hr

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

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How much do aircraft engine overhaul jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft engine overhaul 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 skills and qualifications are needed for aircraft engine overhaul?

To thrive in Aircraft Engine Overhaul, you need a solid understanding of mechanical and aeronautical engineering principles, extensive hands-on experience with aircraft engines, and a relevant technical certification such as an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license. Familiarity with diagnostic tools, engine testing equipment, maintenance management systems, and technical manuals is critical in this role. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively under deadlines are key soft skills in this field. These competencies are essential to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of aircraft engines during complex maintenance and overhaul procedures.

What does an aircraft engine overhaul technician do?

A typical day for someone in Aircraft Engine Overhaul involves disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling aircraft engines in a workshop or hangar setting, often alongside a skilled team of technicians and engineers. Tasks include cleaning engine components, diagnosing wear or faults, replacing defective parts, performing functional tests, and completing detailed maintenance logs. Depending on your employer, you may also attend daily briefings, coordinate with quality assurance teams, and ensure all procedures comply with strict aviation safety standards. The work is hands-on and highly regulated, with a strong focus on teamwork, precision, and adherence to schedules. This dynamic environment keeps you engaged and offers ample opportunities to develop specialized technical expertise.

What is an aircraft engine overhaul?

An Aircraft Engine Overhaul job involves disassembling, inspecting, repairing, and reassembling aircraft engines to ensure they meet safety and performance standards. Technicians examine engine components for wear, corrosion, or damage and replace or refurbish parts as needed. They follow strict regulations and manufacturer guidelines to restore engines to optimal working condition. This role requires mechanical expertise, precision, and knowledge of aviation maintenance procedures.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Engine Overhaul job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. 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 (Minneapolis)

StandardAero

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

$28.75 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 51 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 66 rated aviation services

Job description


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 organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you'll also enjoy our great perks.
Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.
As an Aircraft Engine Mechanic, 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. Performs technical troubleshooting using mechanical ability and extensive product knowledge. Cross train in other complementary skills as needed to support production requirements.
What you'll do:
Follow all required standards in the performance of assigned work displaying appropriate competencies in accordance with FAA Regulations, OEM manuals, and related materials. Incumbent is required to meet all training requirements set out in a separate, but specific Training Matrices chart for each job. Duties include but not limited to the following:
  • Conducts necessary troubleshooting and/or repair (either on or off wing) on turbine engines.
  • Disassembly and assembly of various models of turbine engines according to sequence utilizing aircraft tools, balance machines, surface grinders, drill presses, and other equipment for repair and/or overhaul.
  • Receives engine parts to conduct inspections using precision measuring tools in order to detect physical defects such as cracks, burns, foreign object damages, proper screws and structure deviations.
  • Evaluates engine parts to determine which parts are repairable or unrepairable; refers to micrometers and other precision-measurement tests to determine further routing to other destinations or to scrap parts.
  • Inspect aircraft engine parts to determine and/or perform NDT requirements.
  • Utilizes applicable database system in order to retrieve information regarding parts inventory, manufacturing models, serial numbers, and/or other pertinent information to ensure proper documentation.
  • Refers to technical publications, specification sheets and/or other regulatory requirements in order to ensure that all tasks have been completed in proper sequence and required signed-off.
  • Customer contact and travel (up to 25% of the time) may be required.
  • General facility cleaning and maintenance.

Position Requirements:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • 1 - 5 years or more experience in gas turbine engine/components maintenance and repair.
  • FAA Airframe and Power Plant license required or must be acquired within 1 year of job award.
  • Previous engine maintenance experience in the aerospace field on turbine engines.
  • Computer literacy skills are required.
  • Must be able to read, interpret and understand technical manuals, work specifications and written work instructions, ability to read micrometers and other precision-measuring instruments.
  • Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally with pers, clients, and public.
  • Ability to work well with co-workers and peers.
  • Maintenance of regular attendance and punctuality with customary tolerance.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Characteristics:
  • Engine maintenance experience on Honeywell, Rolls Royce and/or Pratt and Whitney experience preferred.

Benefits that make life better at StandardAero:
  • 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

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About Us
Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911
With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers' missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
It is StandardAero's policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

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