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StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Licensed Mechanic

New London, NC · On-site

$27 - $33.75/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 ...

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AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

Scotia, NY · On-site +1

$32.47 - $38/hr

Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Licensed Mechanic

New London, NC · On-site

$27 - $33.75/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 ...

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 ...

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How much do aircraft engine overhaul jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Aircraft Engine Overhaul position, and why are they important?

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 a typical day look like for someone working in Aircraft Engine Overhaul?

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 job?

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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AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC LEADER

AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC LEADER

US Department of the Air Force

Portland, OR

$42.76/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC LEADER, Position Description Number D1637000and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing, National Guard.

Qualifications:Areas of Consideration:
Area 1 - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ANG.
Area 2 - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ANG.
Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon ANG.
Area 4 - Individuals in the active duty US Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard.
Area 5 - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon ANG.
GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work involves maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, modification, and testing of conventional, modified, and experimental aircraft engines, their components, assemblies, and subassemblies. It also covers work involving engine accessories such as starters, generators, anti-icers, and fuel control devices when such assignments are incidental to work on the completed engine. Works also involves the review of engine/component records to determine cause of failure and the extent of disassembly and repair required in returning engine and/or component to operational condition. 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.
WG -10 must have 18 months 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 powertrains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis. In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience demonstrating the ability to plan, organize, and lead the work of others in fields directly related to the repair function of this occupational series. Must have the ability to perform administrative functions; to read and interpret a variety of technical publications used in the repair of supported equipment. The ability to guide others in work related directly to this occupational series.Education:No education requirement associated with this position.Employment Type: OTHER

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