Experienced A&P Mechanic - Newburgh

Textron; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 42,774 - 49,662; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) company match

Education assistance

Job summary

A leading aircraft manufacturer is looking for an A&P Mechanic to conduct inspections and repairs on Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft. The ideal candidate will have an A&P License, a high school education, and a minimum of 2 years' experience in aircraft maintenance. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $31.05 - $36.05 per hour along with up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus. Additional benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• A&P License required.
• Knowledge of inspection procedures as per FAR 43.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in aircraft maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections and repairs on aircraft models.
• Perform mechanical tasks including diagnosing malfunctions.
• Carry out airframe maintenance and system changes.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Engine maintenance

Aircraft system adjustments

Use of hand tools

Education

High school education or equivalent

A&P License

Tools

Tensiometers

Micrometers

Pressure gauges

Time lights

Job description

Job Description - Experienced A&P Mechanic - Newburgh (331116)

Job Number: 331116

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to explore new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

We are hiring immediately for a full‑time A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) mechanic or AMT (Aircraft Maintenance Technician). This role is critical to our mission, so we are offering up to a $15,000 sign‑on bonus.

What you will be doing as an A&P Mechanic

You can expect to conduct thorough inspections, maintenance, modifications, and repairs on Cessna and Beechcraft aircraft models. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Mechanical duties: Perform a variety of mechanical tasks on various aircraft models, including diagnosing malfunctions, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, reassembly, and adjustment of aircraft systems to prepare for flight and delivery.
• Engine and airframe maintenance: Perform troubleshooting, inspection, and repair of turbine engines, including engine run‑ups. Carry out airframe system and component changes, systems checkout, and install service bulletins and kits on both airframes and engines.
• Use of tools and equipment: Utilize equipment such as tensiometers, micrometers, pressure gauges, dial gauges, vacuum gauges, timing lights, and various hand tools to repair or modify systems or assemblies.

What you need to be successful

• High school education or GED required.
• A&P License required.
• Knowledge of 100‑hour, annual, and progressive inspection procedures as per FAR 43.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience with varied jet, turboprop, piston, modification, aircraft/flight maintenance.

Our benefits package includes 401(k) company match plus an additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation, education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, a flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications, fertility and adoption assistance, free financial consultations and guidance, and more.

Education

• High school education or equivalent required.
• A&P License is required.
• Requires use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications plus knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles. Must have knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with varied jet, turboprop, piston, modification, aircraft/flight maintenance or airframe sheet metal maintenance.
• Preferred experience in a customer service facility performing inspections and repair of aircraft.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority (if applicable).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Airport Security Badge through the local airport authority (if applicable).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

This role is eligible for up to a $15,000 (pre‑tax) sign‑on bonus based on level of experience. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is $31.05 - $36.05 per hour.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.