Piston Fleet Maintenance Expert | General Aviation Airframe and Powerplant Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Piston Fleet Maintenance Expert: GA A&P Technician— Relocation Support Offered

Location: Georgetown, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time, 5 days a week

About Client

This organization operates a premier, high-capacity flight academy featuring an active general aviation fleet. They foster a culture centered on technical precision and safety, offering a clear four-tier career advancement structure for maintenance professionals dedicated to keeping a rigorous daily flight schedule on track.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $36–$48/hour — Based on experience and qualifications

• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates

• Shift: 10-hour shifts; day and night options available

• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; 401(k); Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job Summary

Ensure a large-scale training fleet remains mission-ready by executing routine inspections and rapid-response repairs. This role is vital to the operation’s success, directly impacting aircraft availability and ensuring student pilots have safe, reliable equipment for their daily flight rotations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive mechanical repairs, troubleshooting, and inspections on trainer aircraft in strict accordance with FAA mandates.

• Interpret and utilize technical resources such as wiring schematics, IPCs, maintenance manuals, and Airworthiness Directives.

• Maintain meticulous records of all service actions to ensure immediate and compliant return-to-service.

• Uphold rigorous standards for hangar cleanliness and workplace safety.

• Coordinate closely with flight instructors and operations staff regarding maintenance timelines and fleet status.

• Adapt to shifting priorities to minimize disruptions to the active flight schedule.

• Provide flexible coverage across day or night shifts as operational demands require.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.

• Ability to secure Inspection Authorization (IA) within 90 days of joining.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in general aviation maintenance.

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

• Physical capacity to lift 50 lbs and perform labor involving kneeling, bending, and standing.

• Ability to work comfortably around aviation fuel, loud environments, and varying weather conditions.

Ideal Qualifications

• Strong technical background with Piper aircraft.

• Familiarity with Garmin G1000 integrated flight decks.

• Expert knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91.

• Confident decision-maker regarding airworthiness and diagnostic troubleshooting.

• Effective communicator capable of collaborating with diverse internal teams.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and maintenance tracking software like Talon RMS.

• Highly detail-oriented regarding regulatory documentation and paperwork.

• Proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, educational aviation environment.

How to Apply

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