What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Engine Shop Technician position at Stratton Aviation?
Aircraft Engine Shop Technician
Brunswick, Maine
Key Responsibilities
- Perform disassembly, inspection, cleaning, repair, assembly, and testing of commercial aircraft engines and engine components.
- Work from OEM maintenance manuals, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Engine Maintenance Manuals (EMMs), engineering instructions, service bulletins, and other approved technical data.
- Inspect engine components for wear, damage, corrosion, cracks, defects, and other conditions affecting serviceability.
- Perform inspections using precision measuring equipment and appropriate inspection techniques.
- Identify and document discrepancies in accordance with company procedures.
- Perform component repairs and replacements within the technician's authorization and qualification level.
- Assist with engine module and subassembly work, including removal and installation of components.
- Properly identify, track, and document parts and serialized components throughout the repair process.
- Complete maintenance records, inspection documentation, work orders, and electronic maintenance records accurately and completely.
- Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment, and specialized engine shop tooling safely and correctly.
- Maintain tooling, equipment, work areas, and engine shop facilities in a clean and safe condition.
- Follow all applicable FAA regulations, company procedures, OSHA requirements, OEM instructions, and quality standards.
- Support engine troubleshooting and fault isolation as required.
- Assist with receiving, preservation, packaging, and shipment of engines and components when required.
- Maintain strict Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) prevention and tool-control practices.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and turnaround time.
- Perform other duties related to engine shop operations as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience working in an aircraft engine, component, MRO, airline, or aviation maintenance environment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, drawings, and maintenance instructions.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
- Ability to safely use common hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
- Ability to accurately complete maintenance documentation.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Must be able to work in a physically demanding shop environment.
Preferred:
- FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
- Experience with commercial turbofan engines.
- Experience with engine module or component overhaul.
- Experience with CFM56, V2500 or similar commercial engines.
- Previous experience in an FAA Part 145 repair station.
- Familiarity with FAA regulations and repair station procedures.