JOB SUMMARY

Western Aircraft is seeking experienced and motivated A&P-certified Aircraft Maintenance Technicians to join our maintenance team. In this role, you will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and return-to-service procedures on a variety of aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer maintenance manuals, and company quality standards. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Work Schedule

Option 1: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-4:00 PM (40+ hours per week)

Option 2: Friday-Sunday, three 12-hour shifts, paid as 40 hours

Hiring Incentives

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance of up to $25,000, based on experience, certifications, and overall qualifications.

Duties & Responsibilities

Performs routine maintenance and inspections on general aviation aircraft

Ensures proper care of customer property through all phases of work

Accurately completes required paperwork and work order details in Corridor

Continually keeps clean and organized work area including personal toolbox

Understands and follows safety procedures and utilizes support equipment in a safe manner to accomplish work

Qualifications & Job Requirements

Experience:

Minimum three (3) years' experience working with general aviation airframes supported by Western Aircraft

Advanced troubleshooting abilities

Broad knowledge of aircraft systems

Able to work overtime as needed, evenings and weekends

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Effective oral and written communication skills

Positive attitude, professional appearance, and demeanor

Basic sheet metal skills and/or basic electrical capabilities considered a plus

Gulfstream / Falcon / Embraer / Citation / Pilatus / Piper / King Air experience preferred

Education:

Airframe & Powerplant certifications required

Other Prerequisites

Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is performed in an aircraft hangar environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Must have the ability for climbing and bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and working at heights; Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and 25 pounds overhead.

Available Benefits

Medical, dental, vision

Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company

Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company

Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement

Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)

401K & Roth 401k with employer match

Flexible Spending programs

Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician (A&P Certified) - Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available