A&P Aircraft Mechanic – GA Piston Aircraft

Rio Staffing LLC.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 3,995,000 - 6,612,000; Full time

Job summary

Rio Staffing LLC. seeks an A&P Aircraft Mechanic for General Aviation piston aircraft in Phoenix, AZ. You will service, inspect, and perform required maintenance on Piper Archer/Cherokee and similar engines in a fast-paced hangar environment.

The role requires an active A&P license, 3+ years GA experience, and proficiency with MS Office and Talon RMS for digital records. Work may involve lifting up to 50 lbs and varied outdoor/indoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required at hire.
• Minimum 3 years post-graduation General Aviation maintenance experience as a certificated A&P.
• Hands-on maintenance experience with single-engine GA piston aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing, 100-hour inspections, and annuals on GA piston aircraft.
• Troubleshoot and repair piston airframes and engines.
• Make accurate logbook entries and maintain digital maintenance records (Talon RMS, MS Office).
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, drawings, SBs, and ADs.
• Maintain safe, clean work areas and follow safety guidelines around solvents and fuels.

Skills

A&P license

GA maintenance

Physical fitness

Computer literacy

Tools

Talon RMS

MS Office

Job description

A&P Aircraft Mechanic - GA Piston Aircraft

Key Position Highlights, Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay: $29.00 - $48.00 per hour W2 (commensurate with experience)
• Relocation Package: Financial relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis for top-level candidates
• Desirable Schedule Options: Flexible 10-hour shift structures providing extended time off (Day and Night shifts available)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Full W2 health insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA options)
• Retirement & Insurance: 401(k) with company matching program, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage
• Time Off & Support: Generous paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Modern Fleet: Maintain well-equipped single-engine piston aircraft (Piper Archers with Garmin G1000 glass cockpits)
• Location: Phoenix, AZ - Onsite

Company Overview

Our client is a premier global flight training academy dedicated to setting the highest safety and maintenance standards in general aviation. Operating high-utilization, modern flight training fleets, their regional maintenance centers keep aircraft flying safely, efficiently, and reliably.

We are seeking a skilled A&P Aircraft Mechanic (General Aviation Piston Aircraft) to join the maintenance team in Phoenix, AZ. If you are a dedicated technician with strong general aviation experience who thrives in a collaborative hangar setting and wants an outstanding work-life balance schedule, this is the ideal home for your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Fleet Maintenance & Servicing: Perform routine servicing, scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, 100-hour inspections, and annuals on flight school aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations (Title 14 CFR Parts 43 & 91) and company procedures.
• Troubleshooting & Repairs: Perform diagnostic troubleshooting, component repairs, and maintenance on piston airframes and engines.
• Logistics & Records: Make accurate aircraft logbook entries and sign off aircraft for return to service. Maintain digital maintenance records using Microsoft Office and Talon RMS computer maintenance systems.
• Regulatory Compliance: Read and interpret technical data including maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, engineering drawings, Service Bulletins (SBs), and Airworthiness Directives (ADs).
• Safety & Shop Standards: Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines while working safely around solvents and aviation fuels.

Requirements & Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements

• Licensure: Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required at the time of hire.
• GA Experience: Minimum of 3 recent, consecutive years of post-graduation General Aviation (GA) maintenance experience as a certificated A&P. (School/training time does not count toward the 3-year post-graduation requirement).
• Piston Fleet Familiarity: Direct hands-on maintenance experience with single-engine general aviation piston aircraft (e.g., Cessna 172/152, Piper Archer/Cherokee, Diamond DA40/42, or Cirrus).
• Tools: Must possess a basic set of hand tools for standard GA servicing and maintenance.
• Computer Literacy: Proficient with MS Office and comfortable learning digital maintenance management programs (Talon RMS).
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions, and perform prolonged sitting, standing, bending, and stooping.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Inspection Authorization (IA) license OR eligibility/interest in obtaining an IA certification.
• Direct experience on Piper aircraft platforms.
• Hands-on familiarity with Garmin G1000 glass cockpit systems.
• Independent decision-making capability regarding aircraft airworthiness and priority adjustments.