Aircraft Mechanic

Aerotek; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Onsite work

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) to join a busy general aviation facility in Milton, FL. The role involves inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on various aircraft, ensuring safety, reliability, and mission readiness.

Long-term opportunity on a tight-knit team with growth potential. The ideal candidate holds an FAA A&P certificate and has proven experience with both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, document control, and strong diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

• Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Demonstrated experience performing scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities for aircraft systems and components.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Experience completing maintenance documentation in accordance with FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and components.
• Complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per FAA regulations and procedures.
• Document all maintenance activities accurately with required records/logs.

Skills

FAA A&P certification

Aircraft troubleshooting

Maintenance troubleshooting

Read maintenance manuals

Documentation FAA regs

Electrical systems understanding

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Teamwork and communication

Safety compliance

Manual dexterity

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) Job Description

This role supports aircraft maintenance operations at a busy general aviation facility in Milton, FL. It is well suited for an experienced aviation maintenance technician seeking a long-term opportunity on a growing, close-knit team. You will perform inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on a variety of aircraft, helping ensure safety, reliability, and mission readiness.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and components.

• Complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with FAA regulations and established company procedures.

• Document all maintenance activities accurately and maintain required records and logs to regulatory standards.

• Support aircraft readiness by ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high quality standards.

• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and schematics to plan and execute work.

• Work on a variety of aircraft types, including general aviation airplanes and helicopters, as assigned.

• Collaborate closely with mechanics, pilots, instructors, and other aviation professionals to coordinate maintenance activities.

• Apply strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve mechanical and systems issues.

• Follow safety protocols and best practices while working in hangar and outdoor environments.

• Travel occasionally for short-term assignments to support maintenance needs at other locations or on specific projects.

• Lift and handle aircraft components and equipment as required to complete maintenance tasks.

• Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture by communicating effectively and working well with diverse colleagues.

Essential Skills

• Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification.

• Demonstrated experience performing scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities for aircraft systems and components.

• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, technical drawings, and schematics.

• Experience completing maintenance documentation in accordance with FAA regulations.

• Knowledge of aircraft systems including airframe, powerplant, hydraulic, fuel, electrical, and avionics interfaces.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision while maintaining high quality standards.

• Strong attention to detail and a clear commitment to safety and quality.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills in a collaborative hangar environment.

• Comfort working in a diverse hangar environment and with a variety of personalities and backgrounds.

• Ability to travel occasionally for short-term assignments as needed.

• Ability to lift aircraft components and work in hangar and outdoor environments as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• General aviation maintenance experience is preferred.

• Helicopter maintenance experience is highly desired, particularly for candidates without general aviation experience.

• Experience working with aircraft from manufacturers such as Cessna and with turbocharged aircraft is beneficial.

• Background in sheet metal fabrication is an advantage for structural repairs and modifications.

• Comfort supporting both a flight school fleet and customer aircraft in a dynamic maintenance environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, long-term aviation operation that has been expanding its services for decades, where maintenance plays a critical role in supporting both training aircraft and customer fleets. Your work directly impacts aircraft availability and safety, giving you a clear sense of purpose and contribution. The culture is small-team and collaborative, with mechanics, pilots, instructors, and aviation professionals working closely together. You benefit from a positive work environment and competitive compensation, while enjoying the visibility that comes with contributing to a close-knit operation where your skills and dedication are recognized.

Work Environment

Work takes place primarily in a general aviation maintenance hangar at the Milton, FL airport, with occasional short-term travel for specific projects. Technicians support a variety of aircraft types rather than being limited to a single production line, including both an internal fleet and customer aircraft. The environment is hands-on, team-oriented, and fast-paced, with mechanics, pilots, flight instructors, and aviation staff collaborating closely on daily operations. The hangar has a diverse workforce, so the role suits someone who is professional, adaptable, and comfortable working with different personalities and backgrounds. Work is performed in both hangar and outdoor settings as required, and involves physically handling and lifting aircraft components while following strict safety procedures. This setting is ideal for someone who enjoys a smaller, close-knit aviation operation where contributions are visible and technicians play an essential role in keeping aircraft mission ready.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milton, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $34.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milton,FL.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.