A&P Mechanic (Experienced) - Piney Flats, TN

Bell Flight; Piney Flats (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours Personal Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Bell Flight in Piney Flats, TN seeks an experienced A&P Mechanic to join their aircraft services team. In this role, you will perform essential tasks including inspections, installations, and maintenance on airframe and engine components, ensuring best-in-class service.

Qualified candidates should hold an Airframe & Powerplant Certificate and have at least 2 years of aviation maintenance experience. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, and several benefits, including paid holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Airframe & Powerplant Certificate is mandatory.
• 2+ years of aviation maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintenance on airframe and engine components.
• Conduct basic sheet metal repairs and major inspections.
• Document work performed accurately in work order book.

Skills

Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

2+ years of work experience in aviation maintenance

Bell commercial rotorcraft experience

Team-oriented environment experience

Strong organization skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

We’re more than aviation experts, we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible. From breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering. And we want you.

Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services Team

Come join the Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services Customization team and help ensure best in class service to our customers. In this position, you’ll be an integral part of the team, performing a variety of tasks such as installations, inspections, fabrication, and modification, all in accordance with applicable data and customer specifications. You’ll be able to showcase and grow your technical ability and teamwork skills, while gaining valuable hands‑on experience.

What you’ll be doing as an A&P Mechanic (Experienced)

• Perform inspections and maintenance to include removal and repair of airframe and engine components.
• Perform basic sheet metal repairs as well as major inspections and repairs.
• Perform removal, inspection and installation of drive train components.
• Perform post‑maintenance flight tests.
• Safely and appropriately use basic hand tools and airframe specific tools to demonstrate safe work habits and always wear proper PPE.
• Read and interpret installation instructions, maintenance manuals, and drawings.
• Document work performed in work order book consistently and accurately.
• Learn and apply knowledge of tasks to work effectively on a team to ensure quality and timely completions of aircraft to meet aggressive schedule.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills You Bring To This Role

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Airframe & Powerplant Certificate.
• 2+ years of work experience in aviation maintenance.
• Bell commercial rotorcraft experience and Bell field maintenance courses preferred.
• Self‑motivation with ability to work well with others in a team‑oriented environment, performing job duties, including basic measuring, drilling, and fabrication tasks.
• Strong organization skills with attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately to work from detailed documents, technical manuals, and blueprints.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs., and to team lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, crawling, and climbing stairs, ladders and work stands.
• Ability to stand for extended periods during the entire duration of shift.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.
• Flexibility to bend, stoop, and crouch as required for tasks.
• Good vision, including the ability to focus on small details and identify defects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding progress and potential issues.
• Willingness to follow instructions and ask for clarification when needed.

What We Offer You In Return

• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 120 hours Vacation time
• 12‑13 paid holidays per year
• 6 weeks parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• On‑site Bell Piney Flats fitness center (employees only)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups
• And so much more

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.

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