Job Title: Aviation Mechanic - Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Job Description

This Aviation Mechanic role offers the opportunity to work on aircraft from nose to tail, gaining broad, hands-on experience across airframe and powerplant systems in a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance environment. You will perform comprehensive maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair tasks in accordance with company policies, manufacturer recommendations, and Federal Aviation Regulations, while contributing to safe and reliable operations for a regional turboprop fleet.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of maintenance activities on aircraft in accordance with company policies, manufacturer’s recommendations, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Document all work performed accurately and thoroughly in compliance with company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety guidelines and best practices.
• Tow aircraft as required and perform minor maintenance on ground support equipment (GSE) when needed.
• Interpret and follow policy documents, repair manuals, and safety manuals to perform maintenance tasks correctly.
• Support heavy maintenance and scheduled checks, including inspection, quality checks, and functional testing of systems.
• Use mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to diagnose issues on turbo prop, general aviation, and regional aircraft.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings as needed for repair and maintenance work.

Essential Skills

• Valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
• At least 1 year of experience working on Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Beechcraft 1900, Beechcraft 99, or similar regional turboprop aircraft.
• Experience working with turbo prop aircraft, general aviation aircraft, or regional aircraft.
• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and heavy maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform detailed inspections, quality checks, and functional testing on aircraft systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and maintenance documentation.
• Successful completion of required Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening and other applicable checks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience with Beechcraft 99 and Beechcraft 1900, Embraer EMB120, Saab 340, and similar regional turboprop aircraft is preferred.
• Previous experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118, and TPE331 series powerplants is preferred.
• Aviation schooling or formal aviation maintenance training.
• Experience working on turbo prop aircraft in a Part 135 environment.
• Experience as an A&P Mechanic or Maintenance Technician in aviation.

Work Environment

This role is based at a hangar located at DFW Airport, with both indoor and outdoor working conditions typical of an active maintenance facility. You will work in a Part 135 station environment, supporting scheduled and heavy maintenance on regional turboprop aircraft.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TX.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $38.00/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 Arlington,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.