A&P Aircraft Mechanic

Lynden Incorporated; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

Family medical coverage

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / HSA

401(k) with match

Life insurance & disability

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lynden Air Cargo in Alaska is seeking an experienced A&P Aircraft Mechanic to diagnose problems, determine solutions, and complete maintenance with or without supervision. The role emphasizes attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication to ensure safe, reliable aircraft operations.

The essential duties include recording work, releasing airworthiness where authorized, and supporting maintenance on ground equipment, with opportunities for leadership and global travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or two years of related training on type (Lockheed Martin C130/L382) may be required.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License and/or NCATT AET is desirable.
• Current US Driver's License and US Passport required.
• Heavy aircraft structures experience or Lockheed Martin C-130/L-382 experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 6 months per year.

Responsibilities

• Perform work per Lynden Air Cargo policies, procedures, and CFRs.
• Record all maintenance on required forms per GMM and policy.
• Work under supervision or lead mechanics as qualified.
• Identify abnormal conditions and report to supervision.
• Perform airworthiness release when authorized.
• Maintain ground support equipment and assist/train others as needed.
• May travel globally to support the fleet and may act as Lead Mechanic when qualified.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Education

AA degree or equivalent

Job description

Lynden Air Cargo is looking for an experienced A&P Aircraft Mechanic who can diagnose problems, determine solutions, and complete work, with or without supervision. The Aircraft Mechanic performs routine and non-routine maintenance on Company aircraft and aircraft components competently and effectively. The ideal candidate should have keen attention to detail, problem-solving, teamwork, and strong communication.

Why you want to work for Lynden Air Cargo:

• Career development: Annual wage reviews with advancement through internal promotions.
• Medical insurance: 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month.
• Dental & vision: Low employee payroll deduction.
• Health insurance for your family: Cover your entire family with medical, dental and vision for $222/month.
• Healthcare savings account: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Retirement savings: 401(k)with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched + additional annual retirement contribution.
• Employee assistance program: No cost to you
• Life insurance, long term disability and AD&D: No cost to you
• Paid Time Off: PTO accrual increases with years of service
• Tuition reimbursement program: Up to $3500 per year after one year of service

The essential duties of this position are:

• Performs all work assigned in accordance with established policies and procedures as governed by Lynden Air Cargo's Employee Handbook, LAC GMM, and applicable CFRs.
• Records all work performed on the appropriate forms and in accordance with LAC's GMM.
• Assumes responsibility for the work performed as indicated by signature recorded on appropriate forms.
• Reports any abnormal conditions or discrepancies to appropriate supervisory personnel.
• Performs airworthiness release of aircraft, if so authorized.
• Performs maintenance on ground support equipment, as assigned.
• Assists and trains other mechanics if qualified and delegated.
• May travel globally, as needed, to support LAC’s fleet.
• May act as Lead Mechanic if qualified and delegated.
• Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner.

The qualifications and licenses that are required for this position are:

• Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training on type (Lockheed Martin C130/L382) Some educational and/or training requirements may be waived at the discretion of the Director of Maintenance.
• Hiring preference will be given to candidates with heavy aircraft structures experience and or Lockheed Martin C-130/L-382 experience.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant Ratings.
• FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License and or NCATT AET; desirable but not required.
• Current US Driver's License
• Current US Passport

Additional requirements are:

• Must furnish all hand tools of the variety and quantity required to properly perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including, but not limited to, maintenance manuals, wiring schematics, and structural repair manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must be available to work days, evenings, weekends, nights or holidays and to be away from home for extended periods.
• Must be available to travel to domestic and international locations without restrictions, including entrance onto foreign military bases, for up to 6 months in the year.

A post-conditional offer of employment drug test and background investigation are required.

Random drug testing is required of all Lynden Air Cargo employees.