Aircraft Technician

Job Title: Aircraft Technician Job Description

The Aircraft Technician performs line maintenance on commercial aircraft at ORD, focusing on A320, CRJ, 777, and 747 fleets. This role includes both on-call and scheduled maintenance for multiple customers, ensuring aircraft are serviced, inspected, and returned to airworthy condition in accordance with regulatory and manufacturer standards. You will troubleshoot systems, carry out routine and non-routine maintenance, and complete airworthiness releases within your scope of approval, working independently to meet operational deadlines and performance goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-call and scheduled line maintenance on multiple customers aircraft, including A320, CRJ, 777, and 747 types.

• Conduct routine maintenance tasks and complete airworthiness releases within the scope of approval to return aircraft to service.

• Service, inspect, and maintain aircraft, aircraft engines, and associated components in accordance with approved technical data.

• Troubleshoot aircraft systems, disassemble components, perform repairs, and reassemble sections to restore full functionality.

• Ensure all departing aircraft meet safety and regulatory requirements in line with FARs and air carrier/manufacturer manuals.

• Accurately document all maintenance work performed, ensuring clear, complete, and compliant records.

• Carry out assigned line maintenance duties, activities, and tasks efficiently to meet operational deadlines.

• Collaborate and communicate with the air carriers maintenance control center as required to coordinate maintenance activities.

• Interact professionally with customers to explain maintenance performed and address service-related questions.

• Use personal tools and company-provided equipment safely and effectively while working independently on aircraft.

• Participate in technical training as required to maintain and enhance qualifications on specific aircraft types.

Essential Skills

• Active Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.

• Valid drivers license.

• Customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly with customers about maintenance performed on aircraft.

• Ownership of required tools (tool list provided by the company).

• Approximately 1 year of experience preferred working on A320, 777, 747, or A350 aircraft.

• Demonstrated experience in aircraft maintenance and line maintenance operations.

• Ability to perform troubleshooting, disassembly, repair, and reassembly of aircraft systems and components using approved technical data.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced operational environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Line maintenance experience on commercial aircraft.

• Airbus experience, particularly on A320 aircraft.

• Formal A320 training or type-specific maintenance training.

• Familiarity with FARs and air carrier/manufacturer maintenance manuals.

• Comfort working with multiple aircraft types, including narrow-body and wide-body fleets.

• Willingness to participate in ongoing technical aviation training, including advanced programs such as EASA Level and EASA 147 maintenance training.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a strong combination of competitive compensation and a supportive working environment that emphasizes professional growth. Eligible full-time team members have access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as vacation and sick time, short- and long-term disability coverage, accidental insurance, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and critical illness insurance. The organization places special emphasis on technical training and is recognized as a leader in EASA Level technical aviation training globally, including EASA 147 maintenance training. Flexible scheduling options, such as 4-day and 3-day work weeks, support work-life balance while allowing employees to build their expertise in a highly specialized aviation maintenance setting.

Work Environment

This role is primarily outdoors at ORD, where you will travel by company-provided vehicle to each aircraft to perform maintenance on the ramp or designated work areas. An office located just outside the airport is available for training and administrative tasks. New hires train with a team initially and then transition to working independently once fully up to speed. The position is on 3rd shift, with schedules such as SundayWednesday from 11:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. or ThursdaySaturday from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 a.m., and overtime is available. The environment is operational and hands-on, centered around active flight operations, modern maintenance practices, and continuous technical training.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rosemont, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rosemont, IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rosemont,IL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.