Senior A&P Fixed-Wing Mechanic

STS Aviation Group; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 82,620 - 116,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $30,000

Location bonus up to 15%

Competitive pay with overtime potential

Annual safety and employee bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider in Redding, California is seeking an experienced A&P Mechanic. This role comes with a sign-on bonus up to $30,000, competitive hourly rates ranging from $34.54 to $48.63, and a location bonus up to 15%. Candidates must hold an FAA Mechanic Certificate and have at least 2 years of maintenance experience. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to safety and excellence in air medical transport services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience as a Certified Aircraft Mechanic.
• Must pass a pre-placement physical exam, drug screening, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure aircraft remain airworthy.
• Notify the Lead Mechanic of any schedule changes or technical challenges.
• Manage all maintenance activity for assigned aircraft.
• Prepare reports and maintain detailed records in RAMCO.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

Job description

Join Our Life-Saving Team in Redding, California and take advantage of a sign-on bonus up to $30,000 and a location bonus up to 15%. This is an incredible opportunity to use your experience as an A&P Mechanic to support one of the most respected air medical operations in the country.

If you’re an experienced mechanic who takes pride in precision and safety, this role offers the chance to make a real impact. Every flight matters. Every inspection counts. Because every mission could save a life.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance, inspections, and repairs to ensure aircraft remain airworthy and mission‑ready.
• Notify the Lead Mechanic of any schedule changes, technical challenges, or unusual maintenance requirements.
• Manage all maintenance activity for assigned aircraft, including stock level reviews and parts requisition.
• Maintain the safety and security of all company assets at your assigned base.
• Prepare reports, requisitions, inventories, and certify maintenance work in accordance with FAA, manufacturer, and company standards.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records in RAMCO, including removals, installations, and work package documentation.
• Collaborate with the Lead Mechanic, AMBS, and other team members to ensure timely job completion.
• Maintain company tools and ensure calibration and accountability.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience as a Certified Aircraft Mechanic.
• Strong communication, organization, and computer skills.
• Must pass a pre‑placement physical exam (including lifting up to 100 lbs), drug screening, and background check.

Preferred Skills (Roving Maintenance Team)

• Experience with sheet metal repair and/or avionics troubleshooting and repair.
• Willingness to travel frequently, sometimes with short notice.
• Flexibility to work night shifts as needed.

Schedule & Location

• Redding, California.
• Must live within one hour or 60 miles of base (whichever is greater).
• Hourly Rate: $34.54 – $48.63.
• Annual Earnings Potential: $82,620 – $116,323.
• Sign‑On Bonus: Up to $30,000 (for eligible California candidates).
• Location Bonus: Up to 15%.
• Overtime and double‑time earning potential.
• Competitive pay, shift incentives, annual safety and employee bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Core Competencies

• Safe: Committed to achieving Destination Zero — zero accidents, zero harm.
• Efficient: Focused on delivering smart, responsible, and outcome‑driven performance.
• Quality: Dedicated to reliable, sustainable, and precise results.
• Service: Passionate about serving customers, communities, and teammates.

About the Opportunity

For more than 40 years, our client has provided life‑saving air medical transport services nationwide. Each aircraft is equipped with advanced technology and maintained under the industry’s most rigorous safety standards. Their dedication to excellence has earned them one of the highest safety ratings in the industry and recognition as the first recipient of the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award.

If you ready to join a mission-driven team where safety, skill, and purpose come together, apply today and make a lasting difference — every flight, every time.