Aircraft Mechanic

Standard Aero; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign‑on and Relocation Bonuses

Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Quarterly Bonus opportunities

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A leading aviation service provider is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic in Augusta, Georgia. This role is ideal for those with military experience or recent graduates from technical aircraft maintenance programs. Responsibilities include inspecting aircraft, performing engine runs, and troubleshooting various systems. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for prior experience in maintenance of turbine aircraft. The position offers attractive benefits such as sign-on bonuses, healthcare, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• Prior Aviation Training (Military, Aeronautical Academy, Technical School, or Aviation Associate’s Degree).
• Experience maintaining turbine engine aircraft preferred.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Remove and reinstall engines on turbofan and turboprop aircraft.
• Perform engine runs and operational checks.
• Inspect aircraft and document component serviceability.
• Troubleshoot airframe systems including hydraulics and landing gear.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Technical expertise

Hands-on experience

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Aviation Associate’s Degree or equivalent training

Job description

At StandardAero, we combine over 100 years of aviation expertise with a culture built on teamwork, respect, and growth. With 7,500 professionals across 49 global sites, we tackle aviation's toughest challenges through collaboration and innovation. Here, every voice is valued, achievements are celebrated, and your career can truly take flight.

This Aircraft Mechanic role is an excellent opportunity if you to kickstart your career in Business Aviation! Whether you are coming out of the military with aviation experience or you've just completed a technical school Aircraft Maintenance program, we encourage you to apply. This is your chance to bring your technical expertise, hands‑on experience, and passion for aviation to a team that values skill, dedication, and continuous learning.

What You’ll Do:

• Remove and reinstall engines on turbofan and turboprop aircraft.
• Perform engine runs and operational checks to ensure airworthiness prior to departure.
• Inspect aircraft in accordance with OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance manuals.
• Assess removed components for serviceability and document any discrepancies (squawks), then reinstall and test after inspection.
• Troubleshoot and repair all airframe systems (e.g., hydraulics, landing gear), including performing fuel tank sealing when necessary.
• Accurately document all completed work (sign-offs) in a clear and concise manner.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, technical manuals, and schematic diagrams when needed.
• Analyze mechanical issues, determine causes, and identify the best repair methods.
• Test and repair/adjust engines, engine controls, propellers, landing gear, hydraulic systems, and flight controls.
• Repair and inspect fuel, oil, oxygen, heating, cooling, and pressurization systems.

Position Qualifications:

• Prior Aviation Training (Military, Aeronautical Academy, Technical School, and/or an Aviation Associate’s Degree).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, walk, bend, stretch, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Prior experience supporting Business/Corporate Aviation aircraft.
• Prior experience maintaining turbine engine aircraft.

Benefits that Make Life Better

• Sign‑on and Relocation Bonuses Available
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested
• Paid Time Off starting from day one
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Career development and cross‑training opportunities with corporate partners such as FlightSafety and CAE