Licensed Engine Inspector

Aircraft Engine Inspector

Salary: $40-$47 per hour (negotiable for the right candidate)

Shift: First shift, 7:00 am - 3:30 am

Location: Broward County, Florida

We are recruiting an experienced Aircraft Engine Inspector on behalf of an established aviation company in Florida. The successful candidate will inspect aircraft engines, components and materials undergoing repair or disassembly, supporting both the company's engine fleet and third-party customers.

This position is suited to a self-motivated, results-driven inspector with substantial experience in an engine shop or FAA repair station environment.

Hands-on experience with the CFM engine family would be an added advantage!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming and outgoing inspections of aircraft engines, components and materials in accordance with the repair station's Quality Control Manual.
• Confirm that no defective, unserviceable or non-airworthy condition exists before equipment is released to service.
• Review records and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Inspect incoming engines, components and materials for hidden damage.
• Conduct borescope inspections.
• Support shipping and receiving activities.
• Issue tooling and parts to mechanics.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance, quality and operational teams to meet safety and production targets.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• FAA Powerplant license is required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license is preferred.
• Previous experience working in an aircraft engine shop or repair station is required.
• 5+ years of experience with CFM56-5B or CFM56-7B engines is preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of inspection methods, techniques and equipment used to determine the quality and airworthiness of engines, components and materials undergoing maintenance, repair or alteration.
• Working knowledge of FAA Airworthiness Directives, service bulletins, manufacturers' maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogues and engine shop manuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, as well as relevant repair-shop and tracking systems.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to lift or pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand, lie or kneel in awkward positions and work from scaffolds or ladders.
• Manual dexterity to operate tools and perform adjustments or repairs.
• Sufficient visual acuity to identify equipment defects.
• Ability to work in small or confined spaces when required.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a 50% company match
• Bonus programme
• Stock options
• Two weeks of vacation
• 10 paid sick days
• Company medical, dental and vision plans
• Guaranteed 3% annual pay increase