Aircraft Mechanic

Aerotek; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 112,095,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

HSA (Health Spending Account)

Job summary

Aerotek in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced aircraft mechanic to perform comprehensive maintenance and repair in a 14 CFR Part 145 environment. You will research technical data and disassemble, repair, and reassemble aircraft components with specialized tools.

Experience with Boeing and Airbus airframes is preferred. The role is contract-to-hire, onsite in Phoenix, with a pay range of $39.12–$45.00/hr and strong benefits once hired full-time.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy maintenance on commercial aircraft is required or highly beneficial.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and specifications.
• Hands-on disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of aircraft components.

Responsibilities

• Research technical data and follow manuals, service bulletins, and FAA regulations to repair or replace components.
• Disassemble, repair, clean, adjust, assemble, test, and calibrate aircraft components with specialized tools.
• Repair or replace aircraft structures and functional systems, including rigging, hydraulics, and plumbing.
• Read manufacturers’ and airlines’ manuals and specs to assess repair feasibility and execute procedures.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

Reading manuals

Troubleshooting

Education

A&P license preferred

MRO experience

Tools

FAA regulations familiarity

Job description

This role performs comprehensive aircraft maintenance and repair within a certified 14 CFR Part 145 repair station environment, supporting commercial aircraft across their full service life. The aircraft mechanic researches technical data and carries out disassembly, repair, cleaning, adjustment, assembly, testing, and calibration of aircraft components using specialized tools and ground support equipment, in strict accordance with maintenance manuals and FAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Research technical data and follow applicable maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and FAA regulations to determine the appropriate methods for repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged aircraft components.
• Perform disassembly, repair, cleaning, adjustment, assembly, testing, and calibration of aircraft components using company special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures such as wings and fuselage, as well as functional components including rigging, flight control surfaces, plumbing systems, and hydraulic units.
• Read and interpret manufacturers’ and airlines’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and specifications to assess feasibility of repairs and to execute approved maintenance procedures.
• Remove units from aircraft, engines, or other major components or subassemblies, and complete all required identification, inspection, routing tags, forms, and entries in the Component Removal Log.
• Disassemble and inspect aircraft and engine parts for wear, damage, corrosion, or other defects, and document findings as required.
• Repair or replace defective engine parts, reassemble engines, and reinstall engines in aircraft in accordance with approved procedures.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories to ensure proper operation and compliance with technical standards.
• Perform miscellaneous service duties on aircraft, including cleaning, servicing, greasing, moving aircraft and components, and checking brakes.
• Operate aircraft ground servicing equipment such as tugs, tractors, hi-lifts, trucks, servicing carts, test equipment, hand tools, rivet guns, and drills in a safe and efficient manner.
• Support heavy maintenance, line maintenance, and aircraft storage or reclamation activities on commercial aircraft as needed.
• Airframe qualification required, with 3–5+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Demonstrated experience in heavy maintenance on commercial aircraft, including narrow and wide body types.
• Hands‑on experience with aircraft maintenance and repair in a 14 CFR Part 145 repair station or similar regulated environment.
• Proficiency in line maintenance and aircraft maintenance repair activities.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply manufacturers’ and airlines’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and technical specifications.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft structures, including wings, fuselage, rigging, flight control surfaces, plumbing, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience working on Boeing and Airbus commercial aircraft airframes.
• Ability to disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble aircraft and engine components to required standards.
• Capability to adjust, repair, or replace aircraft electrical wiring systems and accessories.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license preferred.
• Experience in an MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) environment is highly beneficial.
• Possession of a basic set of personal tools suitable for aircraft maintenance work.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support health, financial well-being, and work‑life balance. Available offerings typically include medical coverage with HSA options, dental and vision plans, disability insurance, life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and an employee wellness program. Team members can participate in a 401(k) plan, enjoy company‑paid holidays and paid time off, and access an employee assistance program for additional support. The culture emphasizes safety, professional growth, and the opportunity to transition from contract to direct employment based on performance, providing a stable and rewarding long‑term career path.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $39.12 - $45.00/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 & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.