Aircraft Mechanic

About the Company

Our client supports U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force pilots by providing advanced tactical flight training and adversary services. They are the only organization certified to support the Navy’s TOPGUN program and were the first civilian company approved to train USAF F‑22 pilots. Operating across eight locations on two continents, they are the world’s largest outsourced civilian airborne training organization, delivering high-quality live training to squadrons, air wings, and battle groups.

About the Role

The Aircraft Mechanic performs maintenance on company aircraft and supports safe, efficient flight line launch and recovery operations at both home station and deployed sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance in support of operational commitments
• Maintain proficiency on assigned aircraft and assist on additional platforms
• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft structures, flight controls, landing gear, electrical systems, and accessories
• Conduct 100-hour, phase, periodic, and calendar inspections
• Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections
• Use AMS and interpret technical manuals and blueprints to resolve complex issues
• Train and support maintenance personnel and manage assigned maintenance programs
• Coordinate detachment requirements and work toward Detachment Lead qualification
• Prioritize workload to meet project and flight schedules
• Support additional tasks as directed by Production Supervisors and Crew Chiefs
• Travel up to 40%, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years military aircraft maintenance experience (or equivalent)
• Active A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) Certification
• Prior or current QAR, engine turn, or equivalent advanced maintenance qualification
• Experience inspecting and supervising complex maintenance actions
• Proficient with specialized aircraft tooling and test equipment
• Physically capable of aircraft maintenance duties (Lifting up to 50lbs, Climbing, and Standing)

Required Skills

• Ability to gain a clearance
• Military Experience
• CDI (Collateral Duty Inspector) or 7 Level