Engine Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Engine Technician

Job Description

Join a collaborative team in an FAA-certified repair station, providing high-quality maintenance and repair services on PT6A and PT6T turbine engine series. In this role, you perform complete engine workscopes including disassembly, cleaning, evaluation, repair, and reassembly of turbine engines while adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul services on PT6A turbine engines in accordance with FAA and internal standards.
• Disassemble turbine engines, clean components, and evaluate parts for wear, defects, or damage.
• Repair or replace worn, defective, or damaged components using appropriate tools, equipment, and approved methods.
• Reassemble turbine engines, ensuring proper fit, clearances, and torque values, and verify work through inspection and testing as required.
• Read and interpret turbine engine manuals, diagrams, charts, schematics, and overhaul documentation to determine proper procedures and specifications.
• Use hand tools and other mechanical equipment safely and effectively to perform engine repair and maintenance tasks.
• Conduct troubleshooting and diagnostic activities to identify mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform detailed inspections of engines and components to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to maintenance, repairs, inspections, and parts usage.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate work, share findings, and support efficient workflow.
• Apply strong problem-solving and analytical skills to resolve technical issues and improve repair processes.
• Work and bend in limited workspaces and lift components and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Follow all safety procedures, compliance requirements, and company policies, including participation in required testing and screenings.
• Demonstrate reliability, a positive attitude, and strong performance to support potential conversion from contract to direct hire.
• Be available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overtime when needed.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Approximately 3 years of experience in an aviation maintenance environment, preferably working on PT6A turbine engines.
• Demonstrated experience in engine repair, troubleshooting, inspection, and aircraft maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience using hand tools for engine repair and maintenance.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.
• Ability to read and interpret turbine engine manuals, diagrams, charts, and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Good problem-solving skills and sound judgment in a technical environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional interpersonal relationships.
• Basic computer skills, including use of email, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined or limited workspaces.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Ability to pass an FAA-compliant drug test.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior hands-on experience specifically with PT6A or PT6T turbine engines is highly preferred.
• Experience in an FAA-certified repair station or similar regulated aviation environment.
• Possession of personal hand tools suitable for turbine engine maintenance; specialized tooling is provided.
• Strong organizational skills to manage tasks, documentation, and parts efficiently.
• Effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with technicians, inspectors, and other team members.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Mechanical certifications or an A&P license are beneficial, though not explicitly required.
• Commitment to maintaining high quality standards and continuous learning through on-the-job training.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, full-time opportunity that supports your professional growth with on-the-job training and clear pathways from contract to direct hire based on performance and attitude. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates, including medical, dental, vision, basic and voluntary life insurance, disability coverage, generous paid time off accrued each pay cycle, paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with company match. You work in a supportive, team-oriented culture that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement while promoting work-life balance through a predictable weekday schedule and the potential for overtime when available.

Work Environment

This role is based in an FAA-certified repair station operating on a 1st shift schedule from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work takes place inside an air-conditioned facility designed for turbine engine maintenance, with access to specialized tooling and equipment. The environment involves hands-on mechanical work, use of hand tools, and occasional work in confined or limited spaces, as well as lifting components up to 50 pounds. The setting emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and teamwork, offering a structured, professional atmosphere with clear procedures and documentation standards. Overtime may be requested depending on workload, but is not guaranteed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

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.

Company Description

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.