The Aircraft Engine Mechanic will provide Organizational Level support for the F-18 E/F Aircrafts Engine (F414-GE-400) along with general aircraft mechanic duties. The role involves comprehensive maintenance operations and troubleshooting to ensure the efficiency and safety of the aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Understand pre and post-flight activities and inspections.
• Service aircraft with engine oil and hydraulics.
• Perform aircraft jacking evolutions.
• Understand and maintain engine fuel systems.
• Conduct maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, equipment, engines, components, and systems according to all applicable directives.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, and written instructions.
• Setup and use pneumatic tools and common hand tools such as torque wrenches and safety wire pliers.
• Remove and replace panels, floorboards, insulation, and sealing compounds using various mechanical fasteners.
• Remove, replace, and check out aircraft components and assemblies.
• Understand and maintain hydraulics, including primary, secondary, and emergency systems.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of aircraft engine and mechanical systems, including landing gear, wheels, and brakes.
• Resolve technical problems and provide technical advice, training, and troubleshooting assistance to O Level technicians.
• Familiarity with IETMs, NAMP 4790, and applicable NAVAIR technical publications.
• Generate written reports for management as required.

• Minimum of 3 years of F/A-18 E/F experience.
• Familiarity with F/A-18 inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
• Active secret DOD clearance.
• Comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules to meet maintenance requirements.
• Capability to clearly document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, and parts requests.
• Ability to perform duties while wearing required safety equipment.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.

• Strong preference for candidates with experience supporting U.S. Navy F-18 squadrons on deployment.
• A&P License.
• Certification in seat removal.

This position offers the opportunity to support a Foreign Military Sales program in New Orleans, LA, providing a stable work environment with no deployment requirements. Employees will have the chance to contribute to significant aircraft maintenance operations, enhancing their professional skills in a dynamic setting.

Work Environment

The position is based at NAS Joint Reserve Base in New Orleans, LA, supporting both the first shift and a dedicated night shift. The work will be conducted on the F-18 E/F Super Hornet aircraft, and although it involves a Foreign Military Sales program, the position is not deployable. Safety equipment is required, and compliance with all health and safety regulations is mandatory. Initial assignment includes one month of training and certifications before engaging in hands-on aircraft work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New Orleans, Louisiana.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 New Orleans,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2025.

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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.