A&P Mechanic III (Deploy Only)

AviHire; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AviHire in Florida is seeking an experienced maintenance specialist to lead both scheduled and unscheduled projects. You will mentor junior mechanics, perform complex diagnostics and repairs, and ensure documentation and compliance across all activities.

The role requires an FAA A&P certification with clean record, willingness to deploy OCONUS, and ability to interpret technical schematics and manuals. A strong safety mindset and ongoing industry knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• FAA A&P certification with no prior violations.
• Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals.
• Willing to deploy internationally and obtain USG clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects.
• Mentor and guide junior mechanics.
• Conduct complex diagnostics and repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and compliant with standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Advanced troubleshooting aircraft

Interpret schematics/diagrams

International deployment readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance

Job description

• Lead and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects.
• Mentor and guide junior mechanics.
• Conduct complex diagnostics and repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and compliant with standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance projects.
• Mentor and guide junior mechanics.
• Conduct complex diagnostics and repairs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are documented and compliant with standards.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification with no prior FAA violations.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations.
• Ability to understand and interpret applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals, and/or publications.
• Advanced skills in repairing, maintaining and/or troubleshooting aircraft airframes and engines.
• Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/30 rotation.
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required.
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Ability to obtain a current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
• A United States Government Security Clearance is required for employment. Applicants who do not currently have a USG security clearance are welcome to apply and, if selected, will be processed for a USG security clearance by SNC prior to employment. Employment will begin once the USG security clearance is granted. If applicant is unable to obtain USG security clearance, the offer of employment will be withdrawn.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Associate's degree in Aviation Maintenance or related field.
• Extensive experience with specific aircraft models.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience.
• Able to travel on a regular basis and/or work different shifts including overtime and weekends.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation/Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (FAR/DFARS).
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.