A&P Mechanic

Aerotek; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Spending Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an A&P Mechanic for a contract-to-hire role in Hickory, NC. You will perform maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on Cessna Citation and King Air aircraft, ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

You will work with a small team, follow established procedures, conduct 5,000-cycle inspections, ad hoc maintenance, and maintain accurate records, contributing to a high‑quality, hands-on aviation maintenance operation.

Qualifications

• Valid FAA A&P license is required.
• Must have own tools.
• Experience performing maintenance, repair, and overhauls on Cessna Citation, King Air or similar aircraft models.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities on various models of Citation and King Air aircraft.
• Perform A checks and hourly inspections, as well as C checks and monthly inspections, including 12- and 24-month maintenance tasks.
• Carry out scheduled, unscheduled, and routine maintenance on airframes, engines, and related systems.
• Conduct 5,000-cycle airframe inspections, including non-destructive testing (NDT) as required.
• Support CMP maintenance tracking, including research, compliance verification, and accurate data entry.
• Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives (AD) and Service Bulletins (SB), documenting all work performed.
• Perform engine and airframe logbook research to verify maintenance history, compliance, and upcoming requirements.
• Assist with engine removal and replacement, following approved procedures and safety standards.
• Perform airframe and powerplant inspection items in accordance with regulatory and manufacturer guidelines.
• Remove and replace thrust reversers (T/R) and related components as needed.
• Execute 12-, 24-, 48-, and 72-month inspection items and ensure all findings are properly documented and addressed.
• Conduct 5,000-cycle landing gear inspections and assist with any required repairs or component replacements.
• Maintain clear, accurate maintenance records and documentation for all tasks performed.
• Collaborate closely with a small team of technicians to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality maintenance outcomes.

Skills

FAA A&P license

Own tools

Experience with Cessna Citation/King A

Job description

Job Title: A&P Mechanic

Job Description

A&P Mechanics will be performing maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on Cessna Citation and King Air aircraft primarily. This role focuses on both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and documentation to ensure aircraft remain safe, reliable, and compliant with all regulatory and maintenance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities on various models of Citation and King Air aircraft.
• Perform A checks and hourly inspections, as well as C checks and monthly inspections, including 12- and 24-month maintenance tasks.
• Carry out scheduled, unscheduled, and routine maintenance on airframes, engines, and related systems.
• Conduct 5,000-cycle airframe inspections, including non-destructive testing (NDT) as required.
• Support CMP maintenance tracking, including research, compliance verification, and accurate data entry.
• Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives (AD) and Service Bulletins (SB), documenting all work performed.
• Perform engine and airframe logbook research to verify maintenance history, compliance, and upcoming requirements.
• Assist with engine removal and replacement, following approved procedures and safety standards.
• Perform airframe and powerplant inspection items in accordance with regulatory and manufacturer guidelines.
• Remove and replace thrust reversers (T/R) and related components as needed.
• Execute 12-, 24-, 48-, and 72-month inspection items and ensure all findings are properly documented and addressed.
• Conduct 5,000-cycle landing gear inspections and assist with any required repairs or component replacements.
• Maintain clear, accurate maintenance records and documentation for all tasks performed.
• Collaborate closely with a small team of technicians to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality maintenance outcomes.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Valid FAA A&P License
• Must have own tools
• Experience performing maintenance, repair, and overhauls on Cessna Citation, King Air or similar aircraft models.

Why Work Here?

You will join an aviation organization that focuses on delivering world-class, solution-driven services while fostering a close-knit, team-oriented environment. The company emphasizes building long-term relationships and offers deep expertise in King Air and Citation maintenance and inspections. You will benefit from an organization with more than 100 years of collective experience, a growing inventory of replacement parts, and access to aircraft management solutions and in-house pilots through a sister company. This structure creates opportunities to learn from seasoned professionals, contribute to a reliable and expanding operation, and grow your skills in a supportive, family-style setting.

Work Environment

The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., providing a stable daytime work pattern. You will work in a small facility with a family feel, alongside a team of approximately 5–7 people. The environment is collaborative and hands‑on, focused on maintaining and servicing Citation and King Air aircraft using standard aviation maintenance tools, equipment, and documentation systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hickory, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hickory,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.