Bell 429 Aviation Maintenance Specialist

SpaceX; Starbase (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SpaceX is seeking an experienced Bell 429 aviation maintenance administrator to join our aerospace team. The role focuses on performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and ensuring airworthiness.

You will work with pilots and mechanics, manage maintenance documentation, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations. A valid FAA A&P certificate and Bell 429 experience are required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years helicopter maintenance experience.
• Experience with Bell 429 systems, including PW207D engines, rotor systems, and avionics.
• FAA regulations familiarity and safety standards.
• Part 135 or Part 145 environment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Bell 429 helicopters in accordance with manufacturer manuals, FAA regulations, and company procedures.
• Conduct inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and component replacements on airframe, powerplant, and avionics systems.
• Use Bell 429 maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, and service bulletins to complete work accurately.
• Perform daily, pre-flight, and post-flight inspections.
• Document all maintenance actions in accordance with regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA Part 43, Part 91, or Part 135 as applicable).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in the hangar and on the flight line.
• Collaborate with pilots, other mechanics, and management to ensure aircraft availability and operational readiness.
• Assist with inventory management of parts and tools specific to the Bell 429.

Skills

Bell 429 maintenance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Maintenance planning

Aircraft systems

Team collaboration

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FAA A&P certificate

Tools

Maintenance tracking software

Aircraft documentation systems

Illustrated parts catalogs

Job description

SpaceX is seeking an experienced Bell 429 aviation maintenance administrator to join our aerospace team. The role focuses on performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and ensuring airworthiness.

You will work with pilots and mechanics, manage maintenance documentation, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations. A valid FAA A&P certificate and Bell 429 experience are required.