Licensed Mechanic III, Hawker

StandardAero; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive healthcare insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Paid time off from day one

Quarterly bonus opportunities

HSA/FSA accounts

Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D Insurance

Career development and cross-training

Job summary

StandardAero Augusta is seeking a Licensed A&P Mechanic III for Hawker aircraft, performing routine to heavy maintenance and major inspections. You’ll troubleshoot, repair, and modify components to ensure airworthiness.

The role requires active FAA A&P, 5+ years’ experience, and 2+ years in business aviation, with willingness to work overtime and weekends. Company offers relocation assistance and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Active FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Minimum five years’ experience as an A&P Mechanic.
• Minimum 2 years working in Business Aviation.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft per OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance Manuals.
• Remove and install wheels, brakes, flight controls and riggings
• Evaluate removed components for serviceability and document discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot and repair airframe systems including hydraulics, landing gear, and more.
• Interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Analyze mechanical problems to determine the best repair methods.
• Test, repair, and adjust engines, engine controls, and flight controls.
• Check and repair fuel, oil, oxygen, heating, cooling, and pressurization systems.
• Utilize hand tools and precision measuring instruments effectively.
• Remove and reinstall engines from turbofan aircraft.
• Conduct operational checks and engine runs to ensure airworthiness prior to departure.
• Make informed decisions on maintenance techniques and troubleshooting.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required.
• Utilize mechanics hand tools, precision measuring instruments, gauges, and calibration test equipment.

Skills

Licensed A&P Mechanic

Heavy maintenance

Troubleshooting

Maintenance manual reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Precision measuring instruments

Calibration test equipment

Job description

Job Description

Licensed Mechanic III, Hawker

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of!

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on‑job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

For over 50 years, StandardAero Augusta has been operating as a Business Aviation MRO, specialized to service 27 models of corporate aircraft. As a Licensed A&P Mechanic, specializing on Textron / Beechcraft Hawker aircraft, you will be responsible for performing routine and heavy maintenance as well as major inspections. Your technical skills will be critical in troubleshooting, repairing, and modifying various aircraft components, ensuring safety and performance.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect aircraft per OEM Light or Heavy Maintenance Manuals.
• Remove and install wheels, brakes, flight controls and riggings
• Evaluate removed components for serviceability and document discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot and repair airframe systems including hydraulics, landing gear, and more.
• Interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical documents.
• Analyze mechanical problems to determine the best repair methods.
• Test, repair, and adjust engines, engine controls, and flight controls.
• Check and repair fuel, oil, oxygen, heating, cooling, and pressurization systems.
• Utilize hand tools and precision measuring instruments effectively.
• Remove and reinstall engines from turbofan aircraft.
• Conduct operational checks and engine runs to ensure airworthiness prior to departure.
• Make informed decisions on maintenance techniques and troubleshooting.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required.
• Utilize mechanics hand tools, precision measuring instruments, gauges, and calibration test equipment.

Position Requirements

• Previous experience performing heavy maintenance on Hawker aircraft
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience as an A&P Mechanic
• Active FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Minimum 2 years working in Business Aviation
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Availability and flexibility to work overtime and weekends to support business needs.

Preferred Characteristics

• Minim of seven (7) years working as a licensed A&P Mechanic
• Minimum of five (5) years working in Business Aviation
• Minimum of five (5) years working in a Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul (MRO) environment
• Factory authorized training various models of Hawker 400, 900, 4000 airframes
• Aviation training, including military training, aeronautical academy, technical school, or an Aviation Associates Degree

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Sign- Bonus and Relocation Assistance Eligible
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested
• Paid Time Off accrued starting on day one
• Quarterly Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Career development and cross‑training opportunities

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With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning‑based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on‑job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

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It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

About The Team

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation, and pregnancy) sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.