How to hire a jet engine mechanic

How to hire a jet engine mechanic, step by step

Here's a step-by-step jet engine mechanic hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a jet engine mechanic job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new jet engine mechanic
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your jet engine mechanic job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a jet engine mechanic for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect jet engine mechanic also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of jet engine mechanic salaries for various roles:

   Type of Jet Engine Mechanic	Description	Hourly rate
   Jet Engine Mechanic	Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians repair and perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft. They also may perform aircraft inspections as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).	$22-38
   Aircraft Fueler	Aircraft fuelers' primary role is to ensure the proper refueling of aircraft before and after a flight. The position is essential, as proper refueling determines the safety of an aircraft... Show more	$12-21
   Aircraft Electrician	An aircraft electrician specializes in installing and repairing electrical systems in an aircraft, ensuring quality and efficiency. Their responsibilities typically include running diagnostic tests and examinations, troubleshooting problems, replacing and fixing components, understanding diagrams, and keeping records... Show more	$18-37

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Test Equipment
   • Test Stands
   • Aircraft Engines
   • Aerospace
   • Maintenance Manuals
   • Maintenance Practices
   • Support Equipment
   • Engine Maintenance
   • Preventative Maintenance
   • Aircraft Components
   • Engine Components
   • Technical Data
   • Routine Maintenance
   • Aircraft Maintenance

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage aerospace propulsion functions and activities.
   • Complete course in mechanical diagnosis and repair techniques.
   • Flight line work include engine changes, removal and installation of engine parts, and APU parts and unit.
   • Communicate to customers the diagnosis and repair estimates.
   • Perform engine run operation on install and uninstal engines, troubleshoot malfunctions or verify findings.
   • Remove, inspect and repair gearboxes and all gearbox mount components.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your jet engine mechanic job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A jet engine mechanic can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, jet engine mechanics' average salary in nebraska is 47% less than in alaska.
   • Seniority. Entry-level jet engine mechanics 43% less than senior-level jet engine mechanics.
   • Certifications. A jet engine mechanic with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a jet engine mechanic's salary.

   Average jet engine mechanic salary

   $61,098yearly

   $29.37 hourly rate

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   Entry-level jet engine mechanic salary

   $46,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 23, 2025

4. Writing a jet engine mechanic job description

   A good jet engine mechanic job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a jet engine mechanic job description:

   Jet engine mechanic job description example

   Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight-designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we're seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.
   
   Come ready to explore and you'll find a place where your talent takes flight-beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we'll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that's evolving fast to the future.
   
   Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.
   
   At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?
   What is my role type?
   
   In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We've introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:
   
   Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.
   
   Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
   
   Duties:
   
   You will use a wide variety of power and mechanical tools to perform functional checks on engine assembly/components or test equipment/test components.
   
   You will acquire tools and hardware as required to perform assembly and test procedures.
   
   We operate a wide variety of tools to assemble/disassemble a jet engine or operate support utilities to run the test article.
   
   We monitor instrumentation and perform engine service during test under the direction of supervision or delegate.
   
   You will use work instruction and procedures to assemble/dissemble jet engines or other assigned work.
   
   You will check all phases of assembly, as specified by work instructions, to perform self-inspection or peer inspection of critical processes ensuring adherence to quality standards.
   
   Work independently or with assigned personnel to set up the test stand, and preparing and mounting the test article per procedure.
   
   we assist with engine inspections as required by the engine test plan.
   
   We support others in producing valid test data.
   
   You will inspect, maintain, and complete necessary reporting on equipment, facilities, and support systems.
   
   Remove instrumentation, equipment, and utilities to de-prep, dismount, and preserve test article for shipment.
   
   You will prepare test article for proper storage and transportation. Move test article to the proper location.
   
   We reconfigure and repair system equipment, test article, and stand. Inspect lifting devices and store in the proper location. Reconfigure the test article and stand.
   
   Package engines for shipment to the customer
   
   You will assist in training of other team members
   
   You will carry out other tasks within the scope of this job description to support department objectives and to develop individual skills
   
   Positive Relationships
   
   You will perform all tasks at the highest level of safety awareness
   
   Basic Qualifications:
   
   + High school graduate or GED
   
   + U.S. Citizenship required due to government contracts
   
   + 2+ years of of formal training in power-plant mechanics and testing.
   
   Preferred Qualifications:
   
   + A & P License
   
   + 4+ years in similar function
   
   + Previous MRO/FAR 145 repair station experience is preferred.
   
   + Formal training in power plant mechanics and testing.
   
   + Well-rounded knowledge of FAA and aviation standards, jet engine design and operation, jet engine hardware and components, instrumentation installations, engine assembly or test stand experience.
   
   + SAP, Solumina experience.
   
   + Able to obtain and maintain certifications to operate powered industrial vehicles.
   
   + May be asked to work varying shifts as needed.
   
   + Creative troubleshooting skills.
   
   + Possess excellent judgment and professional maturity.
   
   + Possess exceptional people and interpersonal skills.
   
   Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.
   
   Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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5. Post your job

   To find jet engine mechanics for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any jet engine mechanics they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level jet engine mechanics with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your jet engine mechanic job on Zippia to find and recruit jet engine mechanic candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit jet engine mechanics, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new jet engine mechanic

   Once you've selected the best jet engine mechanic candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new jet engine mechanic first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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