Aircraft Worker, Prescott, AZ Campus

Embry-Riddle; United States; On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Tuition Coverage

Retirement Contributions

Personal Leave

Job summary

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is creating a pool of Aircraft Workers (AWs) to support its maintenance operations. This entry-level program offers hands-on experience under supervision, with levels A1–A4 increasing responsibility as skills grow.

Aspiring aviation maintenance professionals with mechanical experience may enter and advance within ERAU's aircraft maintenance teams, progressing toward certificated credentials in partnership with qualified technicians.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude demonstrated by test, training, or past work experience.
• Experience in automotive, marine, or military service showing hands-on ability.
• Aviation maintenance knowledge or background.
• Willingness to learn under certificated A&P mentorship.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Automotive/marine/military experience

Aviation maintenance knowledge

Mentorship under A&P

Job description

Job Description

About us For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world's leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries. Today, our faculty, researchers and professional staff are advancing innovation across aviation, space, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and next-generation engineering. Working alongside industry leaders, government agencies and innovators, they are solving real-world challenges and shaping the technologies that will define tomorrow. Whether you are an educator, researcher, administrator, technologist or industry professional, your work at Embry-Riddle will contribute to something bigger than a job. Join a community driven by discovery, purpose and excellence—and help shape the future of aerospace.

Generous Time Off

• Enjoy up to 18 days of paid leave in your first year, including 3 days granted upon hire and 15 days accrued throughout the year.
• You’ll also receive 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and NewYear’s Day.

Tuition Coverage

• Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.

Retirement Contributions

• ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution—with no vesting period.

Personal Leave

• Relax with 15 days of personal leave for non‑exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full‑time employees in your first year.

Aircraft Worker Candidate Pool

Embry‑Riddle Aeronautical University is building a pool of qualified candidates for current and future opportunities as Aircraft Workers (AWs). This entry‑level program offers aspiring aviation maintenance professionals—especially those with mechanical experience in automotive, marine, military, or industrial trades—a pathway to enter and grow within the aviation industry. AWs are paired with certificated Aircraft & Powerplant Maintenance Technicians in a helper/assistant role, gaining skills and hands‑on experience while contributing to Embry‑Riddle’s aircraft maintenance operations. As AWs gain proficiency, they progress through four defined levels (A1–A4), each with increasing responsibility, while remaining under the direct supervision of both their assigned mentor A&P and the crew shift lead. Work performed by AWs is conducted under the oversight of a certificated A&P mentor and crew shift lead. Lower‑level AWs focus on support tasks such as cleaning, removing, preparing, and opening panels. Higher‑level AWs are trained for basic maintenance tasks but remain under supervision. Top‑level AWs perform at the functional equivalent of an entry‑level A&P mechanic, but do not have return‑to‑service or inspection release authority.

Level A1 – Basic Mechanical Skills

Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude Verified by test, training, or past work experience in construction, manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments Entry point for candidates seeking a pathway into aviation careers

Level A2 – Automotive, Marine, or Military Experience

Mechanical skills obtained through direct work experience in automotive, marine, or military service Brings industry‑specific background with proven hands‑on technical ability

Level A3 – Aviation & Manufacturing Experience

Aviation‑related skills obtained through military service or aerospace/aviation manufacturing environments Eligible to obtain a Repairman Certificate with privileges appropriate to demonstrated skillsets Demonstrated proficiency in aviation maintenance practices

Level A4 – Advanced Technical Skills / Near A&P Equivalent

Technical knowledge and hands‑on ability equivalent to a Level 1–2 A&P mechanic Sufficient work hours and documented training to qualify for the FAA General Test for the A&P license Eligible to obtain a Repairman's Certificate with at least 90% of qualifications completed in defined skill areas Functionally equivalent to an entry‑level A&P mechanic

Perks Await You at Embry‑Riddle!

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and NewYear’sDay.
• Personal Leave: Relax with 12 days of personal leave for non‑exempt employees or 18 days for exempt full‑time employees in your first year.
• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution— with no vesting period.

Embry‑Riddle is committed to fostering a workplace

Where all individuals are valued and respected. We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment. Embry‑Riddle makes employment decisions — including hiring, promotions, compensation, and other terms of employment — based on individual merit, qualifications, and abilities. Embry Riddle is strongly opposed to discrimination and harassment, and such behavior is prohibited by university policy. EmbryRiddle does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics, age, religion, or pregnancy status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law, in its employment, educational programs, admissions policies, financial‑aid, or other school‑administered programs or activities.

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