Aircraft Maintenance Assistant

All Aviation Jobs; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pegasus Aviation Services is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Assistant in Alaska to support Aircraft Maintenance Technicians in routine and non-routine maintenance. The role requires enrollment in an AMT certification program and a valid driver’s license, with the ability to lift 50 pounds and work nights or varying schedules.

You will operate ground handling equipment, read schematics, and maintain accurate maintenance records while upholding AS9100, OSHA, and EPA guidelines in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Aircraft Maintenance Technician certification program pursuing Airframe or Powerplant certificates.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must be 18 years or older and able to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Aids line maintenance services for transport category aircraft.
• Complete maintenance records accurately and timely.
• Interpret manuals, drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Operate related ground handling equipment.
• Present a clean and neat work area to customers.
• Adhere to AS9100, OSHA and EPA guidelines and safety programs.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain professionalism.

Skills

Math basics

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Team player

English fluency

Education

High School diploma or GED

Enrolled in Aircraft Maintenance Technician certification program

Job description

Work Where it Matters

Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, is not just another aviation contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

Company Overview

Work Where it Matters

Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, is not just another aviation contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At Pegasus, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders

Pegasus provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers

Pegasus delivers efficient, flexible, and safe aviation services as it supports domestic and international passenger and freighter airlines.

As a Pegasus employee

You will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Description

The Aircraft Maintenance Assistant at Pegasus Aviation Services is responsible for assisting Aircraft Maintenance Technicians perform high quality routine and non-routine maintenance for various types of aircraft. AMAs should possess basic math reasoning and troubleshooting skills and be somewhat mechanically inclined. Ability to read schematics a plus.

The AMA position is a technical services position whose work routine varies while following strict safety and set procedures. It functions under supervisory direction or guidance of the Maintenance Duty Manager.

Responsibilities

• Aids various line maintenance related services of transport category aircraft, along with non-routine and routine line maintenance activities.
• Complete all required maintenance records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints and schematics.
• Operate all related ground handling equipment utilized to service the aircraft.
• Present a clean and neat work area to our customers.
• Support all company policies and safety programs to include AS9100, OSHA and EPA guidelines.
• Performing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Candidate must be reliable and dependable.
• Attention to detail and excellent customer service absolutely essential for success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• To be considered for this position you must be enrolled in an Aircraft Maintenance Technician certification program so that you are in direct pursuit of either an Airframe Certificate or a Powerplant Certificate or both.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• High School graduate or GED.
• Must be able to work cohesively as part of a team, with multilevel guidance and supervision.
• Must be willing to work long hours in inclement weather as necessary, while adhering to strict regulatory specifications and guidance.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be willing to work in inclement weather.
• Good communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or show proof of right to work in the U.S.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds comfortably.
• Able to fluently read, write, speak and understand English.
• Friendly and outgoing personality.
• Ability to work under stressful situations and tight time constraints in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated, team player.
• Required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.
• Successfully complete a background investigation, including FBI fingerprints, criminal history and pre-employment drug test.

Job ID: 2026-25587 Work Type: On-Site