JOB TITLE: A&P Mechanic - Early Career
LOCATION: Charleston, SC
PAY RATE: $29-36/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)
Shift: Variable shift based on business needs at the time of hire; may be re-evaluated later.
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Perform flight test installations and aircraft functional testing.
Assist in troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and avionics systems, isolating mechanical or electrical/electronic faults, and repairing faulty components.
Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checks, maintenance, and modification actions.
Resolve identified problems during operation and testing of deliverable products.
Verify the accuracy of work performed and conduct self-inspections as needed.
Support system and sub-system pre-delivery inspections and aircraft maintenance for delivery readiness.
Participate in defining assignment details to achieve objectives.
Plan and organize activities with guidance from leads; work is reviewed upon completion.
Requirements:
High School diploma/GED and 1+ years of related experience, or equivalent education (vocational school/Associate degree).
Ability to work any shift, including days, nights, and weekends.
6 months of avionics and/or electrical experience.
6 months experience with live aircraft systems and flight operations.
6 months experience/knowledge of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risk.
Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).
