Aircraft Mechanic & Flight-Line Technician

Textron; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with 

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems, part of Textron, is seeking an Aircraft Worker for the ATAC unit in Fort Worth. The role involves maintenance actions on aircraft and safe launch/ recovery operations at various sites. Eligible veterans will be considered for this position.

The Aircraft Worker will perform 100-hour and other inspections, troubleshoot systems, mentor maintenance personnel, and coordinate detachment requirements under supervision. This is a full‑time, temporary role with field deployment as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the US Military.
• Capable of repairs to aircraft following direction of senior mechanics.
• Must lift 50 lbs and able to climb into aircraft.
• Able to use various hand tools and perform maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments.
• Proficient in one type/model aircraft and helper on additional type/model aircraft.
• Utilize AMS program.
• Training of maintenance personnel.
• Manage assigned maintenance programs.
• Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs.
• Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification.
• The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls.
• This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures and components.
• This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other inspections.
• Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories; conducts preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections.
• Interprets technical documentation to solve problems.
• Prioritize workload to maintain schedules.
• Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs.
• Manage programs as assigned.

Skills

Military experience

Aircraft maintenance knowledge

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Climb in/out of aircraft

Tools

Tools familiarity

Job description

Textron Systems, part of Textron, is seeking an Aircraft Worker for the ATAC unit in Fort Worth. The role involves maintenance actions on aircraft and safe launch/ recovery operations at various sites. Eligible veterans will be considered for this position.

The Aircraft Worker will perform 100-hour and other inspections, troubleshoot systems, mentor maintenance personnel, and coordinate detachment requirements under supervision. This is a full‑time, temporary role with field deployment as needed.