Aircraft Mechanic (T6A

M1 Support Services; Wichita Falls (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

M1 Support Services is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic (T6A, T38, IFF, UPT) at Sheppard AFB, TX. The role requires ensuring aircraft readiness, performing servicing, inspections, and component replacement in a regulated environment.

Candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent with related coursework, practical tool knowledge, and the ability to read technical data. Union position with full-time commitment and first shift availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; specialized courses desirable.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical data.
• Must possess valid driver's license to obtain flight line privileges.

Responsibilities

• Use schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publications for operating, testing, removing, troubleshooting and replacing aircraft system components, including engines as required.
• Comply with FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
• Perform aircraft conditional inspections and all required servicing tasks.
• Operate ground support equipment and document discrepancies prior to use.
• Manage ground movement of aircraft and maintain required records per USAF and company directives.
• Order parts and supplies as needed and adhere to maintenance directives.

Skills

Jet aircraft systems

Aircraft hand tools

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized courses desirable

Tools

Aircraft maintenance tools

Job description

M1 Support Services, LP1

1500 Solana Blvd. Suite 5200

Westlake, TX 76262

m1services.com

Aircraft Mechanic (T6A, T38, IFF, and UPT)

Location Sheppard AFB, TX

Start Date 09/28/2026

Contract

Salary Range $44.14 Hour

Union Yes

Shift Work 1st FT/PT

Relocation No

Travel 114423, Sheppard Aircraft Maintenance, 09/08/2026, Non-Exempt, Full-time, Possible

Job Summary

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Uses schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publication in operating, testing removing, troubleshooting and replacing aircraft system components to include remove and install engines as required.
• Complies with the requirements of the FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental and safety programs.
• Performs aircraft conditional inspections.
• Performs all required aircraft servicing tasks.
• Operates ground support equipment and documents/reports discrepancies prior to use.
• Performs all tasks associated with ground movement of aircraft.
• Completes all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and Company directives.
• Orders parts and supplies as needed.
• Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Participates in towing and movement of aircraft in performing maintenance activities.

Qualifications and Experience

Knowledge

• A working knowledge of jet aircraft systems and of the use of common aircraft hand tools and special tools is required. A working knowledge of aircraft maintenance safety requirements and the operation of portable fire-fighting equipment are required.

Education

• Completion of high school or the equivalent is required. Completion of specialized courses is desired.
• The ability to read and write and to comprehend technical data is required.

Experience

• Eighteen (18) months of general aircraft maintenance experience is required. One (1) year experience in the past three (3) calendar years' on applicable aircraft or completion of a specific aircraft familiarization course is required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license is necessary to obtain flight line driving privileges.

Working Conditions

• Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be physically capable of performing all assigned duties.
• Normal color vision is required.
• A physical is required for personnel working in fuel cell maintenance. Must be able to enter the smallest cell opening, must be able to become qualified for and use a respirator.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs

M1 Support Services, headquartered in Westlake, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or veteran status.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.