airline Aircraft Mechanic & A&P Jobs — Open Positions

A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) mechanics earn $28–$55/hr depending on airline, location and experience. Major airlines (Delta, American, United) pay $35–$55/hr plus shift differentials. Sign-on bonuses of $5,000–$20,000 are common for experienced mechanics, especially on overnight shifts.

You need an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate. This typically comes from a 2-year FAA Part 147 school, or through documented experience (30 months for A&P combined) followed by written, oral and practical FAA exams. Some airlines also sponsor or reimburse A&P training for qualified applicants.

Line maintenance mechanics primarily work outdoors and in hangars, servicing aircraft between flights. Base maintenance/heavy check mechanics work mostly inside large maintenance hangars. Both roles involve lifting, climbing, and working at heights, with full safety equipment provided.