A&P Mechanic – Learjet 60 | $60–$70/hr | Home-Based

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 171,924,000 - 214,906,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Stock options

Paid time off

Medical and dental

Vision and life insurance

Job summary

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is seeking an FAA-certified aircraft mechanic with A&P ratings to maintain a Learjet 60 for a Part 135 operator. The role requires 6+ years of Part 65.83-compliant experience and familiarity with Learjet airframes and PW305A engines.

Expect 10–12 hour shifts, travel from a home base across 34 U.S. cities, and potential overtime. Competitive pay, full benefits, and stock options accompany a direct-hire arrangement.

Qualifications

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings required.
• 6+ years of experience meeting 14 CFR Part 65.83 requirements.
• Experience with Learjet 60 maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to travel, work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation.
• Lift up to 75 lbs and operate tow-tractor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform line and heavy maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, servicing, and repairs on Learjet 60 aircraft.
• Follow manufacturer manuals and FAA-accepted data; adhere to FAR Parts 135 and 145.
• Join maintenance meetings and coordinate with the Director of Maintenance.
• Read and interpret aircraft manuals and electrical drawings; maintain clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Willingness to travel

Education

FAA Mechanic Certificate with A&P

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Full tool set

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pay: $60/hr starting, $70/hr for experienced leads (+$5/hr if based in El Paso, TX or Titusville, FL)
Schedule: 8 on / 6 off rotation, or Monday–Friday for El Paso/Titusville residents
Home base: Live in any of 34 major U.S. airport cities – we fly you to the work
Employment type: Full-time, direct hire

Why This Role Stands Out

Most A&P jobs make you choose between great pay and where you want to live. This one doesn't. You'll keep a large Learjet 60 fleet flying for a well-established Part 135 executive jet charter operator with 35+ years in business – and you can do it from home base in one of 34 cities across the country.

• Top-tier pay: $60/hr to start, $70/hr for leads, plus overtime readily available
• Real time off: 8 days on, 6 days off, with alternating holidays
• Ownership from day one: Stock options that start vesting your first day
• Travel fully covered: Airline tickets, hotels, and up to $60/day for meals on the company card. Authorized travel time is paid.
• Small crews, high standards: Work next to skilled techs who take pride in the job, in a culture where accountability is expected and egos are left at the door

What You'll Do

• Perform line and heavy maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, servicing, and repairs on Learjet 60 aircraft
• Complete all work according to manufacturer manuals and FAA-accepted or approved data
• Follow applicable FARs, company procedures (GPM), and the FAA-approved Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program
• Read and interpret aircraft technical manuals and electrical drawings
• Move aircraft in the hangar and on the ramp, including tow-tractor operation
• Join weekly maintenance meetings to review project progress and resolve phase inspection, service, and repair issues with the Director of Maintenance
• Keep a clean, safe, and organized work area

Expect 10–12 hour days in a fast-paced environment.

What You Bring

Required

• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings
• 6+ years of experience meeting 14 CFR Part 65.83 requirements
• Experience with Learjet airframes and Pratt & Whitney PW305A engines
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Working knowledge of FAR Parts 135 and 145
• Your own full tool set
• Ability to travel, work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation
• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Comfortable with computer data entry, Microsoft Office, and basic inventory management
• High school diploma or GED and a valid U.S. driver's license

Nice to Have

• 2+ years of Learjet 60 maintenance experience
• AOG / mobile maintenance experience

Home Base Cities (34)

ATL, AUS, BNA, BOS, BWI, CLT, DAL, DCA, DEN, DFW, ELP, EWR, FLL, HOU, IAD, IAH, JFK, LAS, LAX, LGA, MDW, MCO, MIA, MSP, OAK, ORD, PBI, PHL, PHX, SAT, SFO, SLC, STL, SEA

Living in El Paso or Titusville? Choose a Monday–Friday schedule or a rotating schedule and earn an extra $5/hr.
Living anywhere else on the list? Work the 8/6 rotation. Airline travel to and from your assigned maintenance location is provided from your home-base airport.

Benefits

• 401(k): Safe harbor match – 100% on the first 3% of pay, 50% on the next 2%. Immediately 100% vested.
• Medical: Three plan options, including a 100% employer-paid HDHP, an 85% employer-paid PPO, and Texas-based HMO plans
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• Stock options vesting from day one
• Paid time off

Employment is contingent on a pre-employment drug test, background check, and a post-offer, job-related physical where applicable. Equal opportunity employer.