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A&P Mechanic | F-16 Aircraft Maintenance
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$82,037 / year median in Arizona
+6% projected growth
Job Description
A&P Mechanic | F-16 Aircraft Maintenance
Nickerson Talent Solutions
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Mesa, Arizona
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PERMANENT
Updated 09/02/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Location:
Mesa, AZ
Pay:
Up to $42/hr
Job Type:
Direct Hire
JS Firm is hiring an experienced A&P Mechanic / Aircraft Mechanic to support a specialized defense aerospace client in Mesa, AZ.
About the Client
Our client is a specialized defense aerospace company that operates advanced fighter aircraft, including privately owned F-16s, to provide realistic combat training to the U.S. military and allied air forces. The Mesa facility is a major F-16 center, offering the opportunity to work directly on operational F-16 aircraft in a specialized military aviation environment.
Responsibilities
Perform aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, inspection, and Return-to-Service activities.
Troubleshoot aircraft systems, including flight controls, landing gear, hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, powerplant, and APU systems.
Perform disassembly/reassembly, functional checks, and aircraft servicing.
Complete accurate maintenance records and documentation.
Follow FAA, OEM, safety, and company procedures.
Requirements
5+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
Heavy maintenance and Return-to-Service experience preferred.
MRO, modification, or aircraft refurbishment experience preferred.
FAA A&P License preferred, not required.
Military or civilian aircraft maintenance experience accepted.
Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.
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