A&P Mechanic

Aerotek

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  Mountain Brook, Alabama
  
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CONTRACTOR

Updated 09/17/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Job Title:

A&P Mechanic

Pay Range:

$35

• $45/hour (based on experience)
  

Location:

Birmingham, AL

Type:

Contract-to-Hire Long-Term Opportunity

Job Description

We are seeking experienced A&P Mechanics to join our team supporting commercial aircraft operations. This role offers a long-term career path, competitive pay, and growth opportunities in a dynamic maintenance environment. Work includes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, line support, and rapid-response AOG operations.

Military candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Your rotary

• or fixed-wing experience (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard) is highly valued, and A&P assistance programs may be available.

Key Responsibilities

Hangar Maintenance:

• Perform heavy maintenance, modifications, and overhauls on commercial aircraft systems and structures
  
• Use technical manuals, schematics, and engineering data to complete accurate repairs
  
• Document all work in accordance with FAA regulations and company procedures
  
• Ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives (ADs) and Service Bulletins
  

Line Maintenance:

• Conduct pre-flight, post-flight, and turnaround inspections
  
• Troubleshoot and repair systems during active operations
  
• Perform component replacements and light repairs to keep aircraft in service
  
• Coordinate with flight crews and dispatch for real-time updates
  

AOG Support:

• Respond to urgent aircraft-on-ground (AOG) events
  
• Travel as needed to support remote maintenance and return aircraft to service quickly
  
• Work independently under time-sensitive conditions while communicating with maintenance control
  Qualifications
  

Required:

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification

Required:

3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience (B737, A320, B747 or similar)

• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and aircraft systems
  
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings
  
• Proficient with hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and test instruments
  
• Flexible for travel, shifts, nights, and weekends as needed
  Preferred Skills
  
• Experience in MRO environments and C/D checks
  
• Line maintenance and AOG response experience highly valued
  
• Hazardous material handling familiarity
  
• Ability to obtain airport SIDA badge
  Physical Requirements
  
• Lift up to 25 lbs and perform overhead work
  
• Work at heights and in confined spaces
  
• Stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods
  Why Work Here?
  

Competitive Pay:

$35

• $45/hour, based on experience
  

Military-Friendly:

Transition your aviation maintenance skills directly into civilian aircraft operations

Long-Term Stability:

Contract-to-hire with career growth opportunities

Dynamic Environment:

Exposure to hangar, line, and AOG maintenance operations

Flexible Schedule:

1st Sun-Wed 4-10s or Thurs-Sat 3-13s

• open to night shift in the future
  Job Type & Location
  This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mountain Brook, AL.
  Pay and Benefits
  The pay range for this position is $35.00
• $45.

00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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 Mountain Brook,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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