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\n$35-$55/hr\nUpdated 08/28/2026\nJob Description\nOverview\n$35-$55/hr\nJob Summary\nAbout Aerojet Services\nAerojet Services is a professional aircraft maintenance organization dedicated to keeping a diverse fleet of private charter and cargo aircraft operating at the highest standards of safety, reliability, and readiness. Our team specializes in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of Cessna Caravans, Beechcraft 1900C, King Air 350, Citation VII, and Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, supporting operators who depend on consistent, high-quality maintenance to meet demanding schedules.\nWe take pride in fostering a collaborative environment where technicians are encouraged to grow. We actively invest in our people by providing hands-on mentoring, structured skill development, and opportunities to expand expertise across airframe, powerplant, and related systems. Our goal is not only to hire capable A&P mechanics, but to develop the next generation of leaders—candidates who demonstrate strong technical ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement will be guided toward lead mechanic responsibilities.\nPosition Summary\nWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Aircraft Maintenance Technician (A&P) to perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on our fleet of charter and cargo aircraft. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of high-performance aircraft while receiving mentorship and clear pathways for advancement into a lead mechanic position.\nKey Responsibilities\nPerform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframe and powerplant systems in accordance with manufacturer manuals, FARs, and company procedures.\nConduct thorough inspections, diagnose discrepancies, and complete accurate documentation in aircraft logbooks and work orders.\nTroubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on Cessna Caravan, Beech 1900C, King Air 350, Citation VII, and PC-12 aircraft.\nEnsure all work meets FAA regulations and company quality standards.\nMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.\nCollaborate with team members and support the development of less experienced technicians as skills progress.\nFollow all safety protocols and company policies.\nRequirements\nValid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate.\n2+ years of aircraft maintenance experience\nStrong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.\nAbility to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.\nWillingness to learn and grow into greater responsibility.\nAbility to pass a background check and drug screening.\nPhysical ability to perform the duties of the role, including lifting, climbing, and working in varied hangar conditions.\nJob and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.","type","jobPosting","source","LC","accountId","37728395","organizationName","AeroJet Services","applicationUrl","https://www.jsfirm.com/jobs?submitted=1&page=1&job=1988988","West Chicago, IL","isRemote","location",{"_210":211,"_212":213},"createdAt","2026-08-06T15:39:54.136243636Z","updatedAt","2026-09-03T13:24:38.329Z","publishedAt","2026-08-05T00:00:00Z","expiresAt","2026-10-04T00:00Z","status","active","isExpired","isDiscoverable",true,"isSearchable","isSpotlight","isDraft","careerSkills",[168,169,170,171,172,173,174,175,176,177,178,179,180],"requiredEducation","na","amount",93600,"isEmailRequired","isPhoneRequired","formattedDescription","

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

AeroJet Services

•

West Chicago, Illinois

•

CONTRACTOR

$35-$55/hr

Updated 08/28/2026

Job Description

Overview

$35-$55/hr

Job Summary

About Aerojet Services

Aerojet Services is a professional aircraft maintenance organization dedicated to keeping a diverse fleet of private charter and cargo aircraft operating at the highest standards of safety, reliability, and readiness. Our team specializes in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of Cessna Caravans, Beechcraft 1900C, King Air 350, Citation VII, and Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, supporting operators who depend on consistent, high-quality maintenance to meet demanding schedules.

We take pride in fostering a collaborative environment where technicians are encouraged to grow. We actively invest in our people by providing hands-on mentoring, structured skill development, and opportunities to expand expertise across airframe, powerplant, and related systems. Our goal is not only to hire capable A&P mechanics, but to develop the next generation of leaders—candidates who demonstrate strong technical ability, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement will be guided toward lead mechanic responsibilities.

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Aircraft Maintenance Technician (A&P) to perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on our fleet of charter and cargo aircraft. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of high-performance aircraft while receiving mentorship and clear pathways for advancement into a lead mechanic position.

Key Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on airframe and powerplant systems in accordance with manufacturer manuals, FARs, and company procedures.

Conduct thorough inspections, diagnose discrepancies, and complete accurate documentation in aircraft logbooks and work orders.

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on Cessna Caravan, Beech 1900C, King Air 350, Citation VII, and PC-12 aircraft.

Ensure all work meets FAA regulations and company quality standards.

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Collaborate with team members and support the development of less experienced technicians as skills progress.

Follow all safety protocols and company policies.

Requirements

Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate.

2+ years of aircraft maintenance experience

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and wiring diagrams.

Willingness to learn and grow into greater responsibility.

Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Physical ability to perform the duties of the role, including lifting, climbing, and working in varied hangar conditions.

Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.

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