Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Aircraft Engine Mechanic – Kalitta Turbines

Kalitta Turbines is a certified FAA Repair Station that has maintained, serviced, and repaired TFE
731 and CF34-3 engines since 1986. With an extensive inventory and expertise in turbine engines, we provide critical parts and services to keep aircraft operational at all times. We offer on‑demand, as‑needed, and scheduled turbine maintenance and support to ensure the reliable operation of essential aircraft. We hope you join our robust team of Aircraft Engine Mechanic.

• Disassemble, inspect, and assemble engines according to Manufacturer’s Manuals.
• Perform engine removals and installations on‑wing.
• Read OEM Manuals and use precision measuring tools.
• Perform repair processes to engine components.
• Multi‑task, respect/maintain confidentiality, be service‑oriented, trustworthy/ethical, and respectful of diverse populations/cultures.
• Work at a fast pace, handle stress and problematic issues well with a good attitude.

• Aircraft engine experience preferred.
• Experience with CF34 and TFE-731 engines.
• Airframe & Powerplant License required.
• Must be available full‑time and work overtime when required.
• Candidate must pass DOT/FAA pre‑employment drug screen and a DOT/FAA compliant background check.
• Candidate must understand, read and write English.
• Candidate must be motivated, resourceful, energetic, organized and able to manage and be managed.
• Candidate must be reliable, punctual and flexible.

High School Graduate or GED.

• Candidate must understand, read and write English.
• Candidate should be motivated, resourceful, energetic, organized and able to manage and be managed.
• Candidate must be reliable, punctual and flexible.
• Candidate must be able to multi‑task, respect and maintain confidentiality.
• Candidate must be ethical, trustworthy with sensitive information.
• Candidate must be service‑oriented and able to work at a fast pace and handle stress and problematic issues well with a good attitude.
• Candidate must be able to communicate effectively and work within a team‑focused environment.
• Candidate must be respectful of diverse populations and cultures.
• Candidate must have an outgoing personality with expertise at developing relationships.

• Employees are regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Moderate to heavy lifting is required.

• Operation based in Ypsilanti, MI.
• No ability to work from home.

• Must be available full‑time and work overtime when required.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Employer Provided:
  • Short Term
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Basic Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
  • Travel Assistance Program
  • Fidelity 401K with starting at match
• Employee Elective:
  • BCBS – Medical 500 PPO and 1000 PPO options, Dental PPO, Prescription starting after 60 days
  • Eye Med - Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account – Medical and Dependent Care
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Hospital Indemnity for Employee, Spouse, and Child
  • Met Law Coverage
  • Nationwide Voluntary Pet Insurance