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Maintenance Machinist – Production Technical workshop

Kenya Airways

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Language Requirement: English Work Type: Full Time Working Hours: 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

Qualifications

  • Diploma or Trade Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Machining, or Aircraft Maintenance Technology.

  • Minimum 3 years in an aviation or aerospace machine shop environment.

  • Aircraft maintenance license (advantageous but not mandatory); relevant CNC/machining certifications.

  • Trade test training or certification in industrial Training

  • Proficiency in machining techniques (manual and CNC)

  • Strong understanding of metallurgy and aviation materials

  • Familiarity with aviation component standards (e.g., AS9100, Part 145,CMM, SPM, Sbs and ADs)

  • Minimum 3 years in an aviation or aerospace machine shop environment


Responsibilities

  • Operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC equipment to manufacture, modify, or restore aircraft components.

  • Interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and aviation specifications (e.g., ATA 100, EASA guidelines).

  • Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges).

  • Perform surface finishing processes such as honing, deburring, polishing, and thread repair.

  • Ensure compliance with aviation maintenance documentation, repair schemes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Collaborate with engineers and inspectors to validate machining tolerances and identify rework requirements.

  •  Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality assurance, and environmental protocols in the workshop.

  • Record and document work performed in line with regulatory and organizational standards (e.g., work orders, job cards).

  •  Assist in troubleshooting and root cause analysis for failed or rejected components.

  •  Support continuous improvement initiatives and machine shop capability upgrades


Qualifications

  • Diploma or Trade Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Machining, or Aircraft Maintenance Technology.

  • Minimum 3 years in an aviation or aerospace machine shop environment.

  • Aircraft maintenance license (advantageous but not mandatory); relevant CNC/machining certifications.

  • Trade test training or certification in industrial Training

  • Proficiency in machining techniques (manual and CNC)

  • Strong understanding of metallurgy and aviation materials

  • Familiarity with aviation component standards (e.g., AS9100, Part 145,CMM, SPM, Sbs and ADs)

  • Minimum 3 years in an aviation or aerospace machine shop environment


Responsibilities

  • Operate machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC equipment to manufacture, modify, or restore aircraft components.

  • Interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and aviation specifications (e.g., ATA 100, EASA guidelines).

  • Conduct dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges).

  • Perform surface finishing processes such as honing, deburring, polishing, and thread repair.

  • Ensure compliance with aviation maintenance documentation, repair schemes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

  • Collaborate with engineers and inspectors to validate machining tolerances and identify rework requirements.

  •  Maintain strict adherence to safety, quality assurance, and environmental protocols in the workshop.

  • Record and document work performed in line with regulatory and organizational standards (e.g., work orders, job cards).

  •  Assist in troubleshooting and root cause analysis for failed or rejected components.

  •  Support continuous improvement initiatives and machine shop capability upgrades


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