Aircraft Technician

Aerotek; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic with extensive experience to perform inspections, maintenance, and repair on commercial aircraft. The role requires hands-on work in an MRO environment, strict adherence to FAA regulations, and the ability to read AMM/IPC/SRM documents.

This on-site position offers a contract-to-hire path and requires travel up to 25%. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, parts tracking, tool control, and safe operation of ground support equipment, with

Qualifications

• 23+ years of active aircraft maintenance experience.
• Airframe certification required; A&P license preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations (Parts 43, 65, 91, 121, 135, 145).
• Deep knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and electrical systems on commercial aircraft.
• Ability to read AMM, IPC, and Structural Repair Manuals.
• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance, heavy maintenance, line maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-flight, post-flight, and periodic inspections on airframes and engines.
• Remove, service, repair, and replace defective components using standard tools.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, landing gear, fuel, avionics, and electrical systems to identify root causes.
• Log maintenance actions, part numbers, serial numbers, and inspection findings in records.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and comply with FOD prevention policies.
• Coordinate with materials to order and track serialized components.
• Inspect and maintain ground support equipment (GSE) to ensure safe operation.
• Verify work performed by junior technicians for compliance.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, boom trucks, and tug vehicles as needed.
• Lead team marshaling and towing of aircraft with ground tugs and wing-walkers.
• Complete regulatory training and type-specific updates.
• Apply hangar safety, hazardous material handling, and FOD prevention in daily tasks.
• Adapt to changing priorities during tight turnaround windows.
• Perform other duties to support safe, compliant operations.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

A&P license

Airframe certification

Windows & MS Office

Reading AMM/IPC/SRM

Travel availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Airframe certification

A&P license (preferred)

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic

This position is in Coolidge, Arizona

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic pre-flight, post-flight, and routine periodic inspections on aircraft airframes and engines.

• Remove, service, repair, and replace defective mechanical, structural, and electrical components using standard hand and power tools.

• Troubleshoot system failures in hydraulics, landing gear, flight controls, powerplants, fuel, and other aircraft systems to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.

• Accurately log all maintenance actions, part numbers, serial numbers, and inspection findings in aircraft maintenance records and digital tracking systems.

• Maintain clean and organized work areas in strict adherence to Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention policies and safety protocols within the MRO environment.

• Perform mandatory inventory checks of personal and company-provided tools before and after each shift to prevent tool loss and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) on customer aircraft.

• Coordinate with the materials team to order, verify, and track serialized aviation components and materials needed for maintenance tasks.

• Inspect and maintain ground support equipment (GSE), including hydraulic mules, power carts, and safety stands, to ensure safe and reliable operation.

• Verify and inspect work performed by junior technicians as required to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

• Operate heavy equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, boom trucks, and tugs to support aircraft inspections and maintenance activities.

• Lead team members in safely marshaling, towing, and positioning aircraft using ground tugs and wing-walkers.

• Complete mandatory regulatory training, aircraft type-specific updates, and safety certification courses, demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning.

• Apply a thorough understanding of hangar safety rules, hazardous material handling and disposal, and FOD prevention in daily operations.

• Manage changing priorities and respond to urgent, unscheduled maintenance needs during tight aircraft turnaround windows.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and compliant aircraft maintenance operations.

Essential Skills

• 23+ years of active aircraft maintenance experience, including 3+ years working on commercial aircraft platforms.

• Airframe certification required; Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license preferred.

• High school diploma or GED.

• Strong understanding of FAA regulations, including Parts 43, 65, 91, 121, 135, and 145.

• Deep knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, and electrical systems on commercial aircraft.

• Ability to read, interpret, and locate information within Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), and Structural Repair Manuals.

• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance, heavy maintenance, line maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.

• Demonstrated ability to execute technical assignments independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Subject matter expertise in airframe mechanical systems, powerplant and fuel systems, avionics and electrical systems, and emergency and interior equipment on commercial aircraft.

• Ability to work safely in confined spaces, at heights, and in physically demanding conditions, including lifting more than 50 lbs.

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% as required.

This position is in Coolidge, Arizona

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 $30.00 - $38.50/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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.