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Job Title: Engine Mechanic

Job Description

The Engine Mechanic plays a key role in inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling aircraft engines and components to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This position uses specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot complex technical issues, maintains detailed documentation for compliance and inventory control, and supports engine maintenance activities both in the hangar and, when needed, at client sites in the Caribbean.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections and diagnostics on aircraft engines and their components to identify faults, malfunctions, and potential safety issues.
• Execute timely repairs and replacements of defective parts, ensuring all work meets established safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Conduct engine overhauls and maintenance activities on PT6, TPE331, or CT7 engines and other assigned aircraft powerplants.
• Utilize specialized tools, aircraft maintenance equipment, and computerized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems efficiently.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of repair activities, parts usage, work performed, and equipment status to support inventory management and compliance requirements.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and maintenance documentation to plan and perform repair and overhaul tasks correctly.
• Follow federal and state transportation safety regulations and internal safety procedures while working in the hangar and at client sites.
• Collaborate with other maintenance personnel and support staff, working independently or as part of a team to meet operational and turnaround goals.
• Support engine repairs at client sites in the Caribbean on a long-term travel basis when required, adhering to all safety and quality standards while on assignment.
• Use maintenance management systems to log work orders, track repairs, and update engine and component records.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are maintained in a safe, organized condition and report any hazards or equipment issues promptly.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience in engine repair, overhaul, and maintenance of aircraft engines, including PT6, TPE331, or CT7 engines.
• Ability to perform detailed inspections and diagnostics on aircraft engines and components.
• Proficiency in using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment for aircraft engine troubleshooting and repair.
• FAA Powerplant License.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems relevant to transportation and aircraft assets.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints accurately.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to comply with all applicable safety regulations.
• Strong problem-solving skills applied to technical engine issues.
• Capability to maintain accurate repair and maintenance documentation for compliance and inventory management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a maintenance environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred 3 years of experience working on turbine engines.
• Experience with computerized diagnostic tools and maintenance management systems.
• Familiarity with federal and state transportation safety regulations.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced transportation or warehousing environment.
• FAA Airframe License (preferred).
• Flexibility and willingness to travel long-term to Caribbean client sites to support engine repairs when required.

Why Work Here?

Join a maintenance team that values technical excellence, safety, and collaboration in a dynamic aviation environment. You will work with advanced engine platforms and diagnostic technologies, gain exposure to specialized turbine engine work, and have opportunities for travel to support repairs at Caribbean locations. The schedule offers predictable weekday hours, supporting work-life balance while allowing you to build your expertise in aircraft engine maintenance within a professional, team-oriented culture.

Work Environment

This role is based primarily in a hangar environment working on aircraft engines and related components. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with shifts running approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The hangar does not have air conditioning, so candidates should be comfortable working in varying temperature conditions. Work involves regular use of specialized tools, diagnostic equipment, and maintenance management systems in an active aviation setting, with occasional long-term travel to Caribbean client sites to support engine repairs.

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $85000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical, Dental, 401k - PTO and Sick time.

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Lauderdale,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.