Job Title: Experienced AH-64 Aircraft MechanicJob Description
We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Mechanic with extensive experience in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing AH-64D/E Apache helicopters. This role requires a deep understanding of airframe systems, powerplants, hydraulics, pneumatics, and avionics, emphasizing safety, precision, and mission readiness.
Responsibilities
- Conduct field and sustainment-level maintenance on AH-64D/E aircraft.
- Inspect, repair, and modify structural components, flight controls, engines, and fuel systems.
- Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues using technical manuals.
- Utilize specialized tools including torque wrenches, cable tensiometers, micrometers, and test equipment.
- Maintain accurate aircraft logs, records, and documentation in compliance with military and FAA standards.
- Perform functional checks, engine run-ups, and taxi operations.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior mechanics and technicians.
- Execute corrosion control, preservation, and touch-up painting.
- Support aircraft recovery operations and ground support equipment.
Essential Skills
- AH-64D or AH-64E experience is mandatory.
- 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- A&P license preferred.
- Experience with AH-64 Attack Helicopter Repairer (15R) is advantageous.
Why Work Here?
Our organization offers competitive shift and certification pay differentials, with opportunities for wage progression leading to an attractive hourly rate within five years. Enjoy benefits such as 401K contributions, two annual pay raises, paid holidays, a union pension fund, and a health savings plan. Youll also accrue two weeks of vacation starting on day one, creating a supportive work-life balance.
Work Environment
Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement. The role may involve different shifts, including second and third shifts, with additional compensation for odd work weeks. Enjoy a collaborative team atmosphere where your expertise is valued and growth is encouraged.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Rucker, Alabama.
If interested, please apply or reach me directly at 215/480/2299
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $68848.00 - $68848.00/yr.
2nd shift: $1/hr
3rd shift: $1.50/hr
Odd Work Wee (ie, Thursday - Monday) $3/hr
A&P: $1.50/hr
APU Run ($1/run)
401K- contributes $2/hr
2 pay raises per year- Wage progression will get them between $45-50/hr within 5 years
13 paid holidays
2 weeks vacation (starts accruing on day one)
Union Pension Fund
Health Savings Plan
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Rucker,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2025.
About Aerotek:
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.
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