A&P Mechanic

Job Title: A&P Mechanic

Job Description

This role is based at a repair station that supports small corporate and general aviation aircraft. You will perform inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance on a variety of airframes and powerplants, with a strong focus on electrical and engine-driven components. You will work in accordance with maintenance manuals, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures while supporting day-to-day operations in the hangar as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of aircraft systems in accordance with maintenance manual criteria and maintenance cycles to detect wear, defects, and other issues.
• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance tasks on corporate, turboprop, and general aviation aircraft in compliance with all applicable regulations and safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions in aircraft systems and components, with a strong emphasis on electrical systems and engine-driven components.
• Carry out maintenance and repair work on aircraft such as Piper, Cessna, Beechcraft, Mooney, King Air, Citation, CJ, TBM, and Pratt & Whitney PT6-powered aircraft.
• Follow all FAA regulations and documentation standards, accurately recording all maintenance, inspections, repairs, and parts used.
• Use aircraft maintenance manuals, technical data, and service bulletins to guide inspection, troubleshooting, and repair activities.
• Collaborate with the lead technician and other team members to prioritize and complete assigned tasks efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.
• At least 2+ years of experience in corporate, turboprop, or general aviation aircraft maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft maintenance on platforms such as Piper, Cessna, Beechcraft, Mooney, King Air, Citation, CJ, and TBM.
• Experience working with Pratt & Whitney PT6 engines.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical and engine-driven components on aircraft.
• Ability to interpret and follow aircraft maintenance manuals, technical data, and regulatory guidance.
• Capability to document all maintenance and repair work in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as collaboratively within a hangar team.
• Experience with Textron products is highly desirable.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baton Rouge, LA.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Baton Rouge,LA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.