A&P Mechanic with Inspection Authorization (IA)
Wisconsin Based (Multi-Site) • Full-Time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced A&P Mechanic with an active Inspection Authorization (IA) to join a well-established aviation maintenance operation. This is a hands-on, jack-of-all-trades role suited for a technician who thrives on variety, embraces change, and takes ownership of their work. The position involves both in-shop and on-the-road work, supporting a diverse fleet that includes turbine aircraft (PT6-powered), the Beechcraft King Air 200, and Cessna Caravan platforms.
Why Join
- Competitive hourly compensation: $40/hr. Client is willing to discuss pay in more detail.
- Flex-time policy: average 30 hours/week over the course of a year: no need to burn PTO during slow periods.
- Three weeks (15 days) PTO from day one.
- Overtime opportunity: technicians average 200–250 OT hours per year, with total gross compensation typically reaching $95K+.
- Travel per diem: hotel, rental car, and flight covered on the road, plus $60/day food allowance (lower 48) that you keep. – Travel is a large component of this job.
- Heavy investment in training and certifications, including pathways to Master Technician status.
- Stock purchase plan at 15% discount, restricted stock units, and profit sharing.
- 401(k) with company match (transitioning to traditional match).
- Cigna Open Access health plan: no referrals needed, multiple specialist opinions allowed.
- Dental, vision, life insurance (1x salary auto-enrolled), short- and long-term disability options.
- Health & wellness program with $350 annual gift card incentive.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
What You’ll Do
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on turbine aircraft. – Primarily B200 and Caravan
- Roughly 10 on-the-road assignments (1 week/month, M-F typically). This job is not for homebodies or people tied down.
- Conduct annual and progressive inspections under your IA authority.
- Perform and oversee PT6 engine maintenance, potentially including hot section work, and phase inspections.
- Execute trip-support and on-site maintenance when aircraft are deployed away from base.- Floating fleet
- Participate in safety management and compliance processes.
- Collaborate with DOM and other technicians.
- Adapt to a varied workload across aircraft types and shifting priorities.
Who You Are:
- Comfortable making and executing decisions independently while on the road.
- Someone who embraces change and enjoys the challenge of varied, fast-moving work.
- A self-starter who can hit the ground running with minimal ramp-up time.
- A team player who communicates well and contributes to a positive shop culture.
- Comfortable with travel: on-road assignments are a regular part of this role.
- Ideally with seasoned, broad-based experience. – Not Entry Level
Equal Opportunity Employer • All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
