Helicopter Line Mechanic

Helicopter Jobs; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

PTO and retirement options

Job summary

Geisinger Life Flight is seeking an aircraft maintenance technician to ensure program aircraft are maintained to airworthiness standards and compliant with applicable regulations and company policies.

The role includes daily inspections, record reviews, documentation of discrepancies, and coordination of parts, scheduling, and repairs to keep helicopters ready for patient care missions.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FARs and manuals for airworthiness.
• Experience performing and documenting aircraft maintenance and inspections.
• FAA IA credentials and ability to work in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections on assigned aircraft.
• Review aircraft records for accuracy and compliance.
• Document discrepancies and repairs per manuals and directives.
• Coordinate parts, tools, and warranty claims with base operations.
• Schedule aircraft maintenance and ensure readiness for flights.

Skills

FAA Regulations knowledge

Maintenance manual familiarity

Safety compliance

Education

Manufacturer Basic Engine & Airframe Course

FAA Inspection Authorization Credentials

Job description

• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for those who qualify

KEY DETAILS

• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 for those who qualify

Location: Danville, PA

Job Category: Transportation

Schedule: Rotation

Work Type: Full time

Department: Life Flight Maintenance Team

Date posted: 07/29/2026

Job ID: R-99868

Job Summary

10K Bonus for those who qualify!

Responsible for ensuring program aircraft are maintained to airworthiness standards prescribed by applicable regulations, airworthiness directives, company policies, and industry best practices.

Job Duties

• Responsible to have a thorough knowledge of and compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations; Aeronautical Information Manual; Geisinger's General Operations Manual guidelines, and General Maintenance Manual as applicable.
• Performs daily inspections to assigned aircraft.
• Performs reviews of aircraft and aircraft records.
• Documents discrepancies and makes repairs per applicable manuals.
• Performs repairs and maintenance activities to the assigned aircraft.
• Updates and maintains maintenance manuals, service bulletins, parts books, and regulatory updates, and other technical directives as required and or directed.
• Coordinates ordering, shipping, and receiving of parts, supplies, tooling and warranty claim parts with the program base of operations.
• Coordinates aircraft maintenance scheduling.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work environment.
• Prepares and maintains documentation related to work activities in accordance with regulations.
• Corrects any hazardous or unsafe practices as reports them accordingly.
• Completed Manufacturer Basic Engine and Airframe Course for Fleet Model Aircraft
• Holds and maintains FAA Inspection Authorization Credentials

Works in a patient care environment in and around aircraft and is exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins. Position may require sitting for long periods of time in a helicopter or in an office environment. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, and extreme temperatures. Working conditions in or near aircraft and/or an aircraft hangar environment on a daily basis and may be exposed to loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Travel may be required. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Benefits Of Working At Geisinger

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.