Aircraft Technician Lancaster

STRATUS AVIATION LLC; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

STRATUS AVIATION LLC is seeking a qualified Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join the KLNS maintenance team at Lancaster Airport. You will perform maintenance on customer and transient aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and approved technical data, focusing on safety, compliance, and reliability.

This full-time role offers hands-on work, troubleshooting, and collaboration with a skilled team across airframe, powerplant, avionics, and electrical systems; ideal for candidates with an

Qualifications

• Must hold current, violation-free Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
• Owns a personal set of aircraft tools.
• Strong avionics and electrical knowledge with wiring diagrams.
• Proven troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, avionics, and systems.
• Able to read manufacturer maintenance documentation.
• Able to stand long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in hangar.
• Willing to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and perform maintenance per FAA regs and approved data.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance including pre/post-flight inspections.
• Ensure work complies with manufacturer recommendations and procedures.
• Document maintenance records accurately.
• Support planning and workload prioritization with the team.
• Collaborate with technicians to support daily operations.

Skills

A&P certificate

Personal tools set

Avionics knowledge

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

Physical stamina

Tools

Aircraft tools

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Lancaster - Lititz, PA 17543Salary Range: $25.00 - $45.00 HourlyLocation: Lancaster Airport (KLNS) Lititz, PA

Position Type: Full-Time

Pay Range: $25–$45 per hour, based on experience

About the Role

The KLNS maintenance team supports a general aviation operation focused on keeping aircraft safe, compliant, and mission-ready. Technicians work collaboratively with other maintenance personnel and operational teams to perform high-quality maintenance on customer and transient aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and approved technical data.

This role is ideal for an Aircraft Maintenance Technician who values hands‑on work, strong troubleshooting, and a team‑oriented environment.

Why Join Us

• Positive working environment with a collaborative maintenance culture
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience and skill level
• Opportunity to work across a variety of GA aircraft and maintenance tasks
• Stable, professional operation with consistent maintenance demand

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and perform maintenance on customer and transient aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and approved technical data
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including pre-flight and post-flight inspections
• Ensure all work during assigned shifts is completed in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and company procedures
• Troubleshoot airframe, powerplant, avionics, electrical, hydraulic, and aircraft systems
• Accurately complete required maintenance records and documentation
• Maintain situational awareness and assist with job planning and workload prioritization
• Work collaboratively with other technicians to support daily maintenance operations

QualificationsQualifications/Skills

• Current, violation‑free Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate
• Possession of a personal set of tools appropriate to the aircraft maintained
• Strong avionics and electrical knowledge, including the ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams
• Proven troubleshooting skills across mechanical, electrical, avionics, and aircraft systems
• Ability to read and understand manufacturer maintenance documentation
• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work throughout the hangar environment
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions