Becoming an engine mechanic at KLM: this is what you can expect

KLM and third-party GE-engines, growth opportunities, and technology at the very highest level, as an engine mechanic at KLM, you will find it all in our engine shop. Are you thinking about your next job? How about a bit of blue in your career?

A century-old reputation

At 105 years old, KLM is the oldest airline in the world, and has a name to uphold when it comes to safety and quality. So, whether you're working on a big LEAP-1A/1B or GEnx-1B mortor or on some small parts, you'll always find an atmosphere where very serious and precise work is done.

Big Jet Engines

The engine shop maintains big jet engines, both KLM's and third-party engines. We work on motors like the GEnx-1B (Boeing 787) and the CFMI LEAP-1A (Airbus a320 NEO) en 1B (Boeing 737 MAX) and aslo on CF6 and CFM56-7B

Learning every day

KLM engine services handles the engine maintenance of KLM and many other operators. This gives you the chance to learn something new every day. Things you can expect:

• Removal of the low pressure turbine on a CFM56
• Balancing the High pressure compressor rotor of a GEnx
• Assembling a turbine rear frame of a LEAP-1B
• Boroscoping the engine and inspecting after testing.
• Solving an urgent problem with an engine hanging under the wing at an outstation.

This could be your next shift! And if you opt for KLM, you'll get great colleagues and you'll gain an enormous amount of knowledge.

Your development as an engine mechanic

Suppose you can't get enough of learning, then there is plenty of room to step up. This can be both upwards and sideways. Steps you can think of:

• Become certifying staff. Later, you could even grow towards being lead mechanic and being responsible for the assembly process of the project.
• Testing the engines in the on-site testcell.
• Inspecting engine parts for conformity and making the decision whether parts can last for 5000 fights more or is in need of complex repair.

There really are too many opportunities to mention.

Interested in a job as an engine mechanic at KLM?

If you want to apply you must have prior experience/training on at least one of the following engine types: CF6, CFM56-7B, GEnx-1B, LEAP-1A/1B. If you have this experience KLM is a great place for you.

Apply today, check the FAQ's or ask our recruiters any questions you may have: marion.chin-a-loi@klm.com