Aviation Maintenance Technician

Samaritan's Purse; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Disability insurance

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician to join the Mission Aviation Services team in Greensboro, NC. The role focuses on maintaining and servicing B767 aircraft to ensure safety and mission readiness across domestic and international assignments.

The position requires FAA A&P certification, a bachelor’s degree, and 7+ years of turbine/jet aircraft experience, with Boeing and avionics knowledge highly valued. Travel 60–90 days/year; competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; 7+ years of turbine/jet aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA A&P certification required; Boeing experience preferred; avionics experience highly desirable.
• Thorough knowledge of FARs, records, and procedures.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and servicing on Samaritan's Purse B767 aircraft per FARs and guidance.
• Troubleshoot discrepancies; document work; coordinate with maintenance personnel and staff to keep aircraft safe and mission-ready.
• Tow, position, and service aircraft; operate Ground Support Equipment per procedures.
• Travel with aircraft as needed and assist with operations at home base and en-route destinations.
• Perform line service, refueling, and cleaning; maintain hangar and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

A&P Certificate

Boeing experience

Avionics experience

Maintenance troubleshooting

Regulatory knowledge (FARs)

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Boeing aircraft maintenance

Avionics tools

Job description

Location: Greensboro, NC, United States
Job ID: 17800
Date Posted: Sep 23, 2026

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What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

We are seeking an Aviation Maintenance Technician to join our Mission Aviation Services team in Greensboro, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Aviation Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and servicing on Samaritan's Purse B767 aircraft in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), applicable maintenance requirements, manufacturer guidance, industry best practices, and ministry standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve aircraft maintenance discrepancies, document completed maintenance accurately, and coordinate with other maintenance personnel and operational staff to ensure the aircraft remains safe, airworthy, and mission-ready.
• Tow, position, secure, and otherwise service company aircraft as directed, operating applicable Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and following established procedures for safe aircraft movement and ground operations.
• Travel with aircraft as a crewmember when required and assist with aircraft operations at home base and en-route destinations, including loading and unloading aircraft as needed to support missions.
• Perform line service and aircraft support duties, including aircraft refueling and interior and exterior cleaning, while maintaining hangar areas, equipment, and facilities in a safe, clean, organized, and mission-ready condition.
• Other duties as assigned.

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university and at least seven (7) years of industry aircraft maintenance experience maintaining turbine/jet powered aircraft, preferably in transport category; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Boeing aircraft maintenance experience preferred. Significant avionics experience highly desirable.
• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration regulations, records, and procedures.
• Thorough mechanical knowledge of aircraft systems, machinery, tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong reasoning, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills; highly effective communication and interpersonal skills that foster productive working relationships.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• On-site Medical Clinic at IHQ (staff and dependents)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long-term and Short-term disability insurance
• Paid Family Medical Leave
• Term Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• 10 paid holidays
• 12 vacation/personal days

Type: Full-Time

Department: Mission Aviation Services

Travel: This position requires domestic/international travel of approximately 60-90 days/year. Maintaining required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary.

Samaritan's Purse
PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607
828.262.1980.

Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need.