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Aircraft Mechanic I (CFT B020 LA)
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$73,996 / year median in Louisiana
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Aircraft Mechanic I (CFT B020 LA)
Strategic Technology Institute, Inc
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New Orleans, Louisiana
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PERMANENT
Updated 08/28/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Support our Navy and Fleet Readiness Center Reserve Mid-West (FRCMW) detachments by performing Intermediate-Level (I-Level) Maintenance on
T56-A-16
engines and modules. Join a dedicated team ensuring safe, flyable aircraft through expert-level inspections, repairs, and logistics support.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform scheduled and unscheduled I-Level maintenance on
T56-A-16
series engines and modules, including PSA, RGA, T/M, and TUCA.
Conduct complete teardown and build-up of engines and engine modules (Fort Worth only).
Support 700-hour Minor Depot Inspections (MDI).
Perform corrosion control, troubleshooting, inspections, cowling structural repair, and preservation/de-preservation.
Document maintenance activities through electronic and manual logs and records.
Comply with all applicable technical directives and
CNAFINST 4790.2
series programs.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years specialized experience in
C/KC-130T T56
Series repair and airframe depot artisan-level work.
ACTIVE SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED
Proven experience in:
Engine and module-level maintenance, teardown, and rebuild.
Structural, pneudraulic, and general aircraft systems troubleshooting.
Using technical manuals and bulletins for aircraft engine repair
Must hold (or obtain upon hire) qualifications/licenses including:
Overhead Crane Operator Qualification
CDI/CDQAR
(Collateral Duty Inspector/Quality Assurance Rep) for Power Plants
Forklift and Crane Operation Licenses
Support Equipment Licenses
Preferred Experience:
QEC (Quick Engine Change) assembly repair
Experience with the following Navy maintenance programs:
Tool Control
Corrosion Control
Fuel Surveillance
Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention
Oil Analysis (NOAP), Hazardous Material Management, and more
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