Requirements
Candidates must possess a level 3 or above mechanical engineering qualification and have experience in electromechanical engineering or aerospace component repair. Proficiency in SAP and practical skills in brazing and soldering are also required.
Job Description
Job Title: Assembly Mechanic
Application Expiration Date: 14th September 2026
Location: Christchurch
As an Assembly Mechanic at Honeywell Aerospace in Christchurch, you will be responsible for the repair, overhaul & modification of a variety of Mechanical, Pneumatic, Heat Transfer, Electronic, Air Turbines and Electro-mechanical aircraft components in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations, European Aviation Safety Agency Regulations & Repair Station Processes. This includes all aspects of the repair process including: Diagnostic fault finding, strip, initial inspection, parts call up, build & Testing of the final units These must be compliant with Component Maintenance Manuals, Engineering drawing requirements and customer requirements for ‘on time delivery’ and ‘contracted turn time’.
Honeywell Aerospace:
Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace, we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.
Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.
Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.
Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.
Key responsibilities:
- Interpret Component Maintenance Manuals Service Bulletins & other Technical data approved by the regulator required to perform the Repair & Overhaul duties.
- Perform a preliminary inspection of the unit to include a diagnostic test, disassembly, cleaning & component inspection.
- Determine the material required to Overhaul/Repair
- Repair/Overhaul & assemble the unit in accordance with approved technical data and perform final test of the unit in accordance with approved data to determine eligibility for return to service
- Prioritise & process units in order to meet customer due dates and process units in accordance with the Quality Management System. & Repair Station Manual & MOE.
Key skills and qualifications:
- Electromechanical engineering experience
- A level 3 or above mechanical engineering qualification
- Lives within an easy commute to our Christchurch site
- Experience in repair & overhaul or aerospace components
- Experience in SAP
- Brazing and soldering experience
Qualifications
Our offer:
- Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities.
- Skill Development: Access to training and certifications.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and support for combining work with education.
- Tech and Innovation: Access to modern tools, technologies, and innovative work environments.
- Company Culture: Sense of community, team-building activities, and social events.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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