Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Experimental Operations Technician Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Experimental Operations Technician Veterans Alliance Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time $38.83 – $50.49 an hour 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off 401(k) 6% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications 6 years Military Airframe & Powerplant License Aircraft maintenance Senior level Mechanical knowledge Full Job Description Our Military Veterans Are Highly Encouraged to Apply! Let Your Career Take Flight! We design, build, maintain, and support some of the world’s most advanced helicopters — proudly manufactured and serviced in Philadelphia. Join a team that values technical excellence, employee development, and a shared mission to support innovation in aviation. Why Join Us? Free healthcare plan option Tuition reimbursement Paid holidays and generous PTO with carryover and payout options Unlimited employee referral program Up to 6% 401(k) match Company-wide bonus opportunities

Position Summary:

The Experimental Operations Technician supports flight test activities by preparing, inspecting, and configuring aircraft for experimental and certification testing. This includes mechanical and structural work, system troubleshooting, and functional ground testing to ensure aircraft readiness and flight safety. This is a hands-on, team-based role where overtime and weekend support are expected based on flight schedules and project needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform inspections per Engineering Technical Instructions 20% Prepare aircraft for flight (daily inspections, towing,launching/recovering) 20% Perform ground-based functional tests for systems validation 20% Install prototype components and software based on engineering input 20% Remove/install LRUs and components following job cards 10% Support team development and a high-performance work culture 1 0%

Qualifications:

8-10+ years of aviation maintenance experience required A&P License preferred Strong background in mechanical and structural systems Experience with tiltrotor aircraft (preferred) Background in experimental or development aircraft work (preferred) Ability to work all shifts (Day/Swing/Night) Willing to travel for off-site aircraft testing This is a great opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace programs in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

Location:

Philadelphia, PA Employment Type:

Full-Time, Direct Hire We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$38.83 – $50.49 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift

Experience:

Aircraft maintenance: 8 years (Required)

Rotary Wing:

6 years (Required)

Military:

4 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person