Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Contractor Bay Area)

JetPro Pilots, LLC

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San Francisco, California

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CONTRACTOR

Updated 09/09/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

JetPro is seeking experienced Bay-Area Aircraft Maintenance Technicians who are independent, adaptable, and highly skilled to join our on-demand W2 contractor network. Operating as a critical resource for elite corporate flight departments and Part 91/135 operators, you will provide targeted flightline support, routine scheduled maintenance, and rapid-response troubleshooting during high-priority AOG (Aircraft on Ground) windows. This role is built specifically for self-motivated individuals who are looking for assignments to apply their technical expertise, without a full-time commitment.

Key Responsibilities

On-Demand Maintenance:

Perform project-based inspections, preventative maintenance, overnight checks, and time-critical repairs on airframes, powerplants, and mechanical systems.

System Troubleshooting:

Diagnose complex mechanical, hydraulic, electrical (EWIS), environmental, and pneumatic system faults using diagnostic tools, technical data, and manuals.

Component Management:

Safely remove, test, and replace Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), pumps, filters, landing gear components, tires, and brakes to ensure minimal aircraft downtime.

Interior & Structural Care:

Remove and install aircraft interiors, floorboards, panels, seats, and overhead bins to conduct special inspections for corrosion, distortion, or structural defects.

Flightline Operations:

Safely conduct aircraft marshalling, towing, fueling/defueling, engine runs, and fluid servicing.

Documentation:

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and service bulletins. Accurately document all maintenance actions and sign-offs in accordance with FAA standards.

Employment Features

Industry Competitive Pay:

Weekly direct deposit

Streamlined Reporting:

Hassle-free electronic logging of hours and approved expenses using our CrewTrac and TripTrac platforms.

Insured.

Covered under JetPro's Workers Comp policies

Employer of Record. JetPro serves as Employer of Record (EOR) with W2 status, reducing your individual tax burden (vs 1099).

Flexibility :

Choose assignments that fit your schedule.

Requirements

Qualifications

Certification:

Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in aircraft maintenance, ideally with high proficiency in flightline, AOG, or MRO environments.

Technical Mastery:

Proven expertise in electrical troubleshooting, wiring integration, and utilizing advanced electronic diagnostic equipment.

Regulatory Compliance:

Strong, uncompromised working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and FAA airworthiness standards.

Availability:

Ability to work flexible hours and respond promptly to critical regional staffing or AOG needs.

Preferred Skills

Experience with corporate aircraft lines (e.g., Gulfstream, Bombardier Challenger/Global, Cessna Citation, or Learjet platforms).

Prior experience utilizing computerized maintenance tracking systems.

Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand, kneel, bend, and work efficiently in confined spaces.

Comfortable working at heights, on scaffolding, or in varying airport weather conditions.

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