Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic (A&P Mechanic)

Location: Columbus, MS

Pay Rate: $42.00-$43.75 an hour

Overview: Aerotek is currently hiring an A&P Mechanic for a contract to hire position for SCA position with one of the worlds leading Helicopter Manufacturers at their state of the art maintenance and modification facility located in Columbus, MS. This is a long term job opportunity with competitive pay, opportunity for advancement and the ability to become a direct employee after 6 months OR stay on contract, whichever you prefer.

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Aircraft Mechanic (with an A&P License ) who will be performing various forms of maintenance and modifications to LUH-72, EC-145, EC-135, AS350, and/or BK-117 Helicopters. Primary work will be performed on Government issued LUH-72 Lakotas. The candidate will be involved in the fabrication, repair, and installation of aircraft parts, maintenance and repair of helicopters, and support of helicopter-specific programs related to Government / Military usage.

Responsibilities

• Performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance which may include pre and post flight checks, heavy checks, modifications, etc.
• Perform fabrication, assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of parts and components.
• Work from three-dimensional blueprints, sketches, diagrams, technical manuals, work orders, inspection reports, and other similar documentation.
• Conduct functional checks of systems for proper function.
• Perform troubleshooting to diagnose malfunctions or failures on various aircraft systems including aircraft equipment furnishings, fire protection, fuel system, hydraulics, landing gear, doors, fuselage, stabilizer, rotor systems, power plant, and engine controls.
• Diagnose the cause of malfunctions, identify failures, and determine corrective action to restore systems to required operating specifications and standards.
• Perform required corrective action by making repairs, adjustments, or replacements.
• Maintain a close working relationship with the assigned lead person regarding schedules, priorities, availability of parts, supplies, and tools, and special instructions as required.
• Ensure work complies with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and company specifications.
• Coordinate with various departments regarding requirements for materials, supplies, equipment, and job schedules.
• Complete forms and records pertaining to the completion of assigned work.
• Maintain responsibility to keep scrap at minimum levels.
• Follow all OSHA, safety, and environmental regulations.

State-of-the-art facility, no tools required, long-term stable work, extremely competitive pay, and a great work environment with very little attrition.

Work Environment

Work will be conducted in a hangar/OEM environment. The position involves working with various technologies and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The hangar is equipped with all necessary tools and facilities to perform aircraft maintenance effectively.

Position Requirements

• Must have valid FAA A&P License
• Must have 6+ years of Aviation Maintenance expereince
• Helicopter expereince is preferred but not required.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $43.75/hr.

• 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 COLUMBUS,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.