Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (Contract)

Skyryse; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 123,984; Full time

Job summary

Skyryse seeks an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (Contract) in Hawthorne, CA. The candidate will maintain rotorcraft and experimental aircraft (R66, R44) and ensure FAA compliance, serving as a subject-matter expert for rotorcraft maintenance at our Hawthorne facility.

The role requires 5+ years of helicopter maintenance experience and FAA A&P certification, with preferences for Robinson maintenance training and avionics/wiring experience. No agency candidates will be considered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• FAA A&P Certification is required.
• 5+ years of helicopter maintenance experience.
• Experience with rotorcraft and experimental aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft and experimental aircraft.
• Conduct detailed inspections and verifications of aircraft systems for safety and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain documentation of repairs, maintenance, inspections, and reports.
• Interpret maintenance manuals and technical data to perform repairs and replacements.
• Collaborate with technicians, pilots, engineers, and team members for modifications and repairs.
• Support fleet upgrades and integration of new technology for safety enhancements.
• Perform other duties to support flight operations and objectives.

Skills

Rotorcraft maintenance

FAA compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA A&P Certification

Trade/military training in aircraft maintenance

Robinson maintenance course

Job description

Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (Contract)

Hawthorne, CA

The A&P Mechanic at Skyryse will support all aircraft maintenance operations based out of our Hawthorne, CA facility. They will serve as the subject matter expert on our rotary‑wing specifically the R66 and R44, and experimental aircraft. The ideal candidate will support Skyryse by ensuring all maintenance follows FAA compliance guidelines and regulations. This is a contract role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft and experimental aircraft.
• Conduct detailed inspections and verifications of aircraft systems to confirm compliance with all safety, regulatory, and operational standards prior to flight.
• Maintain documentation and proper record keeping of repairs, maintenance, inspections, reports, and other items related to aircraft maintenance.
• Interpret and apply maintenance manuals, engineering specifications, and technical data to perform precise repairs and component replacements.
• Collaborate with technicians, pilots, engineers, and other team members to carry out modification and repair.
• Support fleet upgrades and new technology integration, contributing to the ongoing evolution of aircraft systems and safety enhancements.
• Perform other duties as required in support of flight operations and organizational objectives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Helicopter maintenance experience
• 5+ years of experience supporting the maintenance of aircraft
• FAA A&P Certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Trade school or military training in aircraft maintenance
• Robinson maintenance course
• 8+ years of experience supporting the maintenance of aircraft
• Avionics and wiring experience

Hourly Rate:

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.