A&P Mechanic

US Careers Site; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

PTO 18 days

Sick days 5

Holidays 9

Pilot training support

Job summary

Skyborne, an industry-leading aviation training academy, seeks an A&P Mechanic in Vero Beach, Florida to maintain and repair aircraft systems, ensuring safety and reliability in a dynamic, team‑oriented environment.

You will perform inspections (including 100‑hour checks), troubleshoot mechanical and electronic systems, follow FAA and Skyborne procedures, read technical manuals, and collaborate with supervisors and other mechanics.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible to working weekends.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ General Aviation experience with 100-hour, annual inspections, sheet metal repairs, troubleshooting systems and replacement of parts experience.
• High school degree/GED and/or some College degree from a two (2) year college or technical school preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience; equivalency years’ experience must be in a related field.
• Contingent to employment, all candidates must pass a drug screening and background check, TSA badge if required.
• Airframe and Power plant license (required).
• Read and understand technical manuals (required).
• Excellent organizational skills and professional attitude.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Performing aircraft maintenance and repairs in accordance with FAA regulations and company manuals.
• Ensuring consistent quality of workmanship.

Skills

Weekend flexibility

Manual reading

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Typing 40+ wpm

Hand tools

First aid equipment familiarity

Professional attitude

Education

Airframe & Power Plant license

High school diploma or GED

Two-year college or technical school preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

We are looking for skilled and talented A&P Mechanic is to maintain and repair the equipment needed to make planes operate safely. This includes the repair, inspection and maintaining the structural, mechanical and electronic elements of the aircraft, replacing parts, measuring wear and assessing whether parts need repair or replacement.If you thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy working with people and are motivated by delivering excellence, then we could be a good fit for you, and you for us.

Responsibilities

• Performing aircraft maintenance and repairs in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, Company and repair station manuals, Company and department policies and FAA ASAP and Skyborne SMS Programs
• Ensuring consistent quality of workmanship

Requirements

• Must be flexible to working weekends.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ General Aviation experience with 100-hour, annual inspections, sheet metal repairs, troubleshooting systems and replacement of parts experience is required.
• High school degree/GED and/or some College degree from a two (2) year college or technical school preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience; equivalency years’ experience must be in a related field(required).
• Contingent to employment, all candidates must pass a drug screening and background check, along with TSA badging-if required for your role (required).
  
• Airframe and Power plant license (required).
  
• Read and understand technical manuals (required).
• Positive and professional attitude, with the ability to interact with various levels of management in a professional manner.
  
• General knowledge and use of hand tools.
• Work and interact with other mechanics and supervisors in a professional manner.
• Familiar with firefighting and first aid equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• General knowledge of the following software:Microsoft Office Programs and other software programs may be required, as needed.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal,
  
• Type/keyboard 40+ wpm (computer user with minimum typing/keyboarding skills), preferred.
  

Benefits

• Starting salary $30.00 per hour (DOE).
• Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision).
• 401k Investment.
• PTO - 18 days, plus 5-Sick Days.
• Holidays - 9 days.
• Skyborne isalso offering our A&P Mechanics with 1 year of service the opportunity to obtain their Private Pilot’s license. We will accommodate time and cost for you to complete ground school training, a value of $12,000. You will also have at your disposal our highly qualified and talented Certified Flight Instructors to support and guide you through your flight training.

About Us

We are Skyborne, an industry-leading aviation training academy with a mission to Build Better Pilots. As a growing business, we’ve invested in state-of-the‑art training facilities in both the UK and U.S., as well as cutting-edge resources to deliver the very best in airline-focused pilot training. We are proud to operate three state-of-the‑art training facilities. Alongside our UK head office at Gloucestershire Airport, we operate from two major training locations - Vero Beach, Florida, and Bournemouth International Airport in the UK. Every role at Skyborne plays a vital role in guiding our trainees from the classroom to the flight deck, with our graduates going on to fly for leading airlines.

We set ourselves the highest standards and believe that work should be both satisfying and fun. At the core of Skyborne is a culture shaped by our values and pillars:

Creativity

We champion creativity in everything we do. We think differently and we aren’t afraid to ask questions. Innovation drives us forward and we’re always looking for smarter, more effective ways to improve how we operate.

Humanity

We foster a supportive, team‑focused environment where staff and students feel empowered, valued and heard. We respect every individual and believe that recognition, inclusion and collaboration are essential.

Quality

Safety, expertise and professionalism are at the heart of what we do here at Skyborne. Trusted by our students and airline partners alike, we hold ourselves to the highest standards and we don’t settle for anything less.

We’re a people‑first company and a motivated, passionate team who take pride in giving our trainees the strongest start to their aviation careers.

Our carefully selected team of professionals are committed to shaping the next generation of pilots. We partner with an extensive list of major global airlines, including British Airways, SkyWest, DHL, Jet2.com and easyJet. Whether aviation has always been on your radar or you’re discovering it for the first time, we’d love to hear from you!