Aircraft Mechanic

Aircraft Mechanic

Pay: up to $50/hr. per diem for eligible candidates

Shift: 1st shift, OT available

Type of Position: 6 month contract to hire

Open to any rotary wing airframe mechanic experience including Military aircraft

Job Description

The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for conducting inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on rotary-wing aircraft in a repair station environment. This role supports both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on helicopter platforms including Agusta, Bell, Airbus, Sikorsky, and MD.
• Complete heavy maintenance and component overhauls as required.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and avionics systems.
• Document all work in accordance with FAA regulations and repair station manuals.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.

Essential Skills

• Valid FAA A&P License (preferred not required)
• 35+ years of civilian helicopter maintenance experience or military rotary-wing maintenance experience.
• Hands-on experience performing inspections and heavy maintenance.
• True helicopter maintenance experience (not solely crew chief or flightline support).
• Experience in a repair station or similar environment.
• Must have own tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• P145 Repair Station Experience
• Experience across Agusta, Airbus / Eurocopter, Bell, Sikorsky platforms.
• Military candidates with documented heavy maintenance experience on rotary aircraft.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy great internal benefits, career advancement opportunities, and low turnover in a competitive pay environment. You will have the opportunity to work on various civilian helicopter models including AW, Sikorsky, Bell, and Eurocopter. The position offers a 1st shift schedule with overtime available.

Work Environment

This FAA-certified repair station provides maintenance and inspections, including major avionics upgrades, engine repairs, and modifications to airframes. Work hours are Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.