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Temporary Aircraft Engine Mechanic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

$74K - $86K/yr

... work of an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC with little or no supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your ... May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty ...

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Aircraft Engine Mechanic/FEDS Operator

Savannah, GA · On-site

$38.54/hr

The Aircraft Engine Mechanic/FEDS Operator , with the use of current technical instructions repairs or replaces worn, defective, or damaged aircraft engine parts. They also test engine components and ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (TFE731)

Dallas, TX

$27.25 - $34/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (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 to ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (PW300)

Dallas, TX

$27.25 - $34/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic PW500 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 to do ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (TFE731)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.25 - $34/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (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 to ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (PW300)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$27.25 - $34/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic PW500 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 to do ...

StandardAero

Aircraft Engine Mechanic II

Augusta, GA

$24.75 - $31/hr

Aircraft Engine Mechanic II 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 ...

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How much do temporary aircraft engine mechanic jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary 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 the difference between Temporary Aircraft Engine Mechanic vs Aircraft Maintenance Technician?

AspectTemporary Aircraft Engine MechanicAircraft Maintenance Technician
CertificationsFAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license, specialized engine trainingFAA A&P license, general aircraft maintenance training
Work EnvironmentAirports, hangars, repair stations, often on short-term projectsAirlines, maintenance facilities, often permanent or long-term roles
Employer & Industry UsageTemporary staffing agencies, contract work for airlines or repair stationsAirlines, maintenance companies, corporate fleets

Temporary Aircraft Engine Mechanics focus on short-term engine repairs and maintenance, often working in dynamic environments on specific projects. Aircraft Maintenance Technicians perform broader aircraft maintenance tasks, including engines and airframes, usually in permanent roles. Both roles require FAA A&P certification, but their work scope and employment types differ.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Aircraft Engine Mechanic job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,723 per year, or $30.6 per hour.
Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Minneapolis)

Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Minneapolis)

StandardAero

Saint Paul, MN • On-site

$28.75 - $36/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

StandardAero rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 52 rated aviation services

Job description

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 GED.
  • 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.

Preferred Characteristics:
  • Engine maintenance experience on Honeywell, Rolls Royce and/or Pratt and Whitney experience preferred.
  • 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 get along with co-workers and peers.
  • Maintenance of regular attendance and punctuality with customary tolerance.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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
  • Enjoy a better work-life balance with many shop positions offering a 4-day workweek - 10-hour shifts, typically Monday through Thursday.

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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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