A&p Mechanic

Aerotek; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an A&P Mechanic (Aviation Maintenance Technician - Rotary-Wing) in Alaska to maintain and repair helicopter platforms at an FAA Part 145 Repair Station. You will perform inspections, troubleshooting, and return-to-service activities on turbine-powered aircraft using FAA guidelines and manufacturers' manuals.

Join a collaborative team where you will disassemble, repair, and reassemble systems, document work, and conduct functional checks.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience; 5-10 years preferred.
• Hands-on experience servicing turbine-powered aircraft and related systems.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience documenting maintenance per FAA regulations in a repair environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on helicopters per FAA regulations.
• Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and return-to-service activities.
• Remove, install, rig, and adjust components to ensure safe operation.
• Perform functional checks and post-maintenance testing for airworthiness.
• Collaborate with avionics, sheet metal, and quality teams to resolve issues.

Skills

FAA A&P Certification

4+ years aircraft maintenance

Rotor-wing maintenance experience

Troubleshooting and airworthiness

Ability to read maintenance manuals &W

Tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: A&P Mechanic (Aviation Maintenance Technician - Rotary-Wing)

Job Description

This role provides hands-on maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, modification, and return-to-service support for a variety of helicopter platforms within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station. You will use your FAA A&P certification and strong technical expertise to ensure aircraft are maintained safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory and manufacturer requirements while working closely with a collaborative maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on helicopters in accordance with FAA regulations and manufacturer maintenance manuals.
• Conduct detailed inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and return-to-service activities on aircraft and aircraft systems.
• Remove, install, rig, and adjust aircraft components and assemblies to ensure proper operation and safety.
• Troubleshoot and repair airframe, powerplant, hydraulic, fuel, electrical, and mechanical systems on turbine-powered aircraft.
• Perform aircraft modifications, upgrades, and component replacements as required by maintenance plans or customer requests.
• Interpret and apply information from maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical publications.
• Accurately complete maintenance records, work orders, and return-to-service documentation in compliance with FAA and company requirements.
• Perform operational and functional checks following maintenance actions to verify system performance and airworthiness.
• Support aircraft disassembly, reassembly, preservation, and delivery activities for various helicopter platforms.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in the hangar and on the shop floor.
• Collaborate with maintenance, avionics, sheet metal, and quality teams to resolve technical issues and meet operational schedules.
• Assist other departments as needed in a team-oriented Part 145 environment.
• Occasionally travel to perform off-site maintenance support when required.

Essential Skills

• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• At least 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience; 5-10 years preferred.
• Hands-on experience performing inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and return-to-service activities on turbine-powered aircraft.
• Strong working knowledge of airframe, powerplant, hydraulic, fuel, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical publications.
• Experience working in compliance with FAA regulations and maintenance documentation requirements within a repair or maintenance environment.
• Proven troubleshooting skills with strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively in a team-oriented maintenance environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in all maintenance activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Military helicopter maintenance experience combined with a current FAA A&P certificate is highly valued.
• Experience in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station or corporate aircraft maintenance environment is preferred.
• Experience in depot, phase, or heavy maintenance on rotary-wing aircraft.
• Familiarity with turbine-powered helicopter models such as S-76, S-92, S-61, UH-1, UH-60, UH-72, HH-60, AW139, AW109, AW119, AW609, Bell 429, Bell 427, Bell 407, and similar platforms.
• Experience working on various civilian helicopter models from manufacturers such as AW, Sikorsky, Bell, and Eurocopter.
• Demonstrated ability to support disassembly, preservation, and reassembly of aircraft for delivery or storage.
• Comfort using standard and specialized maintenance tools, equipment, and test devices in a hangar environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, low-turnover maintenance organization that offers strong internal benefits, clear paths for career advancement, and competitive compensation. The team culture emphasizes collaboration, safety, and quality, giving you the opportunity to broaden your skills while working on a diverse mix of civilian helicopter models from leading manufacturers. With a consistent first-shift schedule and overtime opportunities, you can enjoy a balanced work-life environment while continuing to grow professionally in a supportive, experienced team.

Work Environment

The role is based in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station hanga