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Rolls-Royce

Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Rolls-Royce is hiring an Aircraft Engine Mechanic. Level rates it ; you can apply on Rolls-Royce.

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  • On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
  • Tools and skills the posting cites include Hand Tools, Power Tools and Rotor Balance Machines.
  • Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
  • Level lists 550 other open roles at Rolls-Royce.
  • The role was posted within the past week.

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Service, repair, and inspect aircraft engines and components using mechanical tools and maintenance manuals.

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Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Working Pattern: Onsite

Working location: Meridian, Mississippi

Relocation assistance is not available for this role


Why Rolls-Royce?
At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere.


By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world-class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem-solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first.


You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high-performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.


Position Summary:


As an Aircraft Engine Mechanic for Rolls-Royce, you will service and repair aircraft engines, as well as repair aircraft engine structures, such as modules and components including rigging, surface controls, plumbing and hydraulic units utilizing hand tools, power tools, machines and equipment.


In this role you will utilize rotor balance machines, drills, dial indicators, calipers, depth micrometers, blast cabinets and other equipment applicable to engine disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair and assembly.


What you will be doing:

  • Service, repair and inspect installed aircraft engines
  • Complete disassembly, inspection and assembly of engines at the modular level
  • Inspect engines and components, sub-components, modules, and all fuel, oil, air related systems in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals
  • Perform modular level disassembly, inspection and assembly of turbines, compressors, gearboxes and associated engine components; complete required component testing, balancing and other serviceability checks as required
  • Read and interpret technical publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
  • Test engine operation, using applicable manuals and test equipment to determine serviceability and/or fault-isolate source of malfunction as necessary
  • Adjust, repair or replace electrical wiring system and engine accessories
  • Perform miscellaneous duties to service Ground Support Equipment for preventative maintenance applicable to the support of maintaining and servicing engines and associated components
  • Ability to lift, hold and carry up to 50 pounds unaided

Basic Requirements:

  • High School diploma or equivalent with 2+ years’ experience within an aviation field, OR A&P License
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, etc.
  • Ability to work varying shifts and overtime
  • In order to be considered for this opportunity, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain security clearance, which requires USA Citizenship

Preferred:

  • A & P License
  • Experience utilizing the government system NALCOMIS

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls-Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. 

Infinite Potential



Job posting Closes: November 15, 2026


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Job Category

Factory Staff


Job Posting Date

19 Oct 2026; 00:10

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range.


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Location:

Meridian, MS


Benefits

Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan. The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

How we rate this

Aircraft Engine Mechanic at Rolls-Royce rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

  1. ●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
  2. ●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
  3. ●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
  4. ●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Aircraft MaintenanceEngine RepairTroubleshootingMechanical InspectionHand ToolsPower ToolsRotor Balance MachinesCalipers

Questions you could be asked

  1. Tell me about a project where aircraft maintenance was part of your work. What did you do?
  2. Tell me about a project where engine repair was part of your work. What did you do?
  3. Tell me about a project where troubleshooting was part of your work. What did you do?
  4. Tell me about a project where mechanical inspection was part of your work. What did you do?
  5. Walk me through how you've used Hand Tools in your day-to-day work.

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