Mechanic I

Standard Aero; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Paid Time Off

Bonus opportunities

Health & Dependent Care FSA

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

Job summary

StandardAero is seeking a Mechanic I to support maintenance and inspections of mid-sized corporate aircraft, including Hawker, Gulfstream, Falcon, and Bombardier jets. You will perform detailed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in a collaborative MRO environment, emphasizing safety, precision and teamwork.

You will read manuals, troubleshoot components, and ensure documentation meets FAA and OEM standards while maintaining high quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and technical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on business jet airframes and systems.
• Remove and reinstall turbofan and turboprop engines for inspection and maintenance.
• Conduct operational checks, engine runs, and leak checks to verify serviceability.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, landing gear, flight control, and other airframe systems.
• Document all work performed clearly, accurately, and in compliance with StandardAero procedures.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards in a professional MRO setting.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Work Authorization (US)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture support you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

As a Mechanic I, you'll be supporting the maintenance and inspection of mid-sized corporate aircraft. In this role, you'll perform detailed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on a variety of corporate jet platforms including Hawker, Gulfstream, Falcon, and Bombardier aircraft. You'll work in a collaborative, high-performance MRO environment where safety, precision, and teamwork drive success.

What You'll Do

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on business jet airframes and systems.
• Remove and reinstall turbofan and turboprop engines for inspection and maintenance.
• Conduct operational checks, engine runs, and leak checks to verify serviceability.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, landing gear, flight control, and other airframe systems.
• Evaluate removed components for serviceability; document and resolve discrepancies.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical data.
• Perform fuel tank sealing and other specialized structural tasks as required.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives in accordance with FAA and OEM standards.
• Document all work performed clearly, accurately, and in compliance with StandardAero procedures.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and quality standards in a professional MRO setting.

Position Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience performing heavy maintenance on turbofan engine corporate aircraft.
• Experience performing heavy maintenance (C&D checks) on Gulfstream, Falcon, Hawker, and/or Bombardier aircraft.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and technical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Proven ability to work independently while supporting team goals.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Characteristics

• Prior experience in Business Aviation and/or an MRO environment.
• Able to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Salary: $24.01 - 36.01
The compensation package for this position also includes a performance-based cash and equity incentives. Actual pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits that make life better

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 5%; vested immediately
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus opportunities
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities