Machinist II
Location: Maryville, TN
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.
Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.
As a Machinist II, you will set up, adjust, and operate Manual & CNC machine tools to manufacture and repair components to precise specifications. This role supports safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a regulated aerospace environment.
Shift requirement: Day shift M-F. This position may require flexibility to work multiple shifts as needed to support business demands. No regular shift rotation and no overnights.
What You Will Do
- Read and interpret blueprints, specification manuals, layouts, and work instructions to determine machining operations.
- Calculate dimensions and tolerances; measure, lay out, and verify workpieces using precision instruments (calipers, gauges, micrometers).
- Set up and adjust Manual & CNC machine tools; troubleshoot and modify setups to meet required specifications.
- Inspect finished products to ensure conformance to technical requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the production cell.
- Cross-train in complementary skills and support production requirements.
- Support training and development of other technicians as needed.
- Follow all applicable safety requirements and report unsafe conditions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum of 5 years of experience with manual and CNC machining
Minimum of 3 years of experience using production, ERP, or MRO systems to document labor hours, materials, and work instructions
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with high accuracy and precision.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tool design, fabrication methods, metallurgy, and heat treating.
- Experience working with welding, hydraulics, electricity, or pneumatic systems.
- Familiarity with production management systems and internal control processes.
- Strong mathematical aptitude.
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate specialized technical information.
Benefits That Make Life Better
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%
- Paid Time Off starting day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health & Dependent Care FSAs
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
Raising the Standard of Excellence Since 1911
With more than a century of proven excellence, StandardAero is a global leader in aerospace MRO services and customized solutions. Our learning-based culture, advancement opportunities, and industry-leading benefits support meaningful and fulfilling careers.
Inclusivity Is Our Standard
StandardAero is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a respectful, inclusive environment where everyone is welcome to bring their authentic self to work.
Must meet US Persons requirements per ITAR.
This position requires access to export-controlled information. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable U.S. export control laws. A U.S. Person includes a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or asylee
StandardAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state or local protected class.
About UsRaising the Standard of Excellence since 1911Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of experience with manual and CNC machining
- Minimum 3 years of experience using production, ERP, or MRO systems to document labor hours, materials, and work instructions
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with high accuracy and precision
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tool design, fabrication methods, metallurgy, and heat treating
- Experience with welding, hydraulics, electricity, or pneumatic systems
- Familiarity with production management systems and internal control processes
- Strong mathematical aptitude
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate specialized technical information
StandardAero Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about StandardAero and has not been reviewed or approved by StandardAero.
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Retirement Support — Provides a 401(k) and has added an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and an Incentive Award (equity) plan, expanding long-term savings and ownership options. These programs complement base pay with additional wealth-building mechanisms.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Includes PTO, paid holidays, sick time, bereavement leave, military leave, and parental leave, with some roles accruing PTO that can increase with service. Eligibility for benefits typically begins the first day of the month after hire, indicating structured access to time-off programs.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Offers tuition assistance, job training/conferences, company events, and an Employee Assistance Program as part of a comprehensive package. The inclusion of learning support and EAP provides development and wellbeing resources beyond core insurance and retirement.
StandardAero Insights
What We Do
StandardAero has become one of the aerospace industry’s largest independent maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers. Our company’s success is the outgrowth of the synergistic merger of businesses with complementary specialties that have exponentially increased our capabilities and generated unprecedented customer commitment and value. StandardAero offers extensive MRO services and custom solutions for business aviation, commercial aviation, military, and industrial power customers. Nearly 6,600 professional, administrative and technical employees work in more than 50 major facilities worldwide, with additional strategically located regional service and support centers all across the globe. Services include MRO for aircraft and rotorcraft engines, auxiliary power units, components; airframe services including major alterations; FAA authorized avionics capabilities; comprehensive engineering services; and custom exterior and interior design, completion, and paint. We provide these capabilities through our network of specialized facilities and mobile service teams. StandardAero is owned by Carlyle, a global investment firm with deep industry expertise that deploys private capital across four business segments: Corporate Private Equity, Real Assets, Global Credit, and Investment Solutions.
