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A&P Mechanic
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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.
$70,198 / year median in Illinois
+9% projected growth
Job Description
A&P Mechanic
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform rigging, adjustment, and operational checks of aircraft doors and related systems. Conduct conformity inspections and functional testing of onboard Wi-Fi systems and associated avionics equipment. Verify installation integrity of aircraft systems, components, wiring, software configurations, and antenna assemblies. Ensure all modifications and installations conform to approved engineering data, STC requirements, maintenance manuals, and applicable FAA regulations. Perform inspections, operational checks, troubleshooting, and corrective actions as required. Review and verify maintenance documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance. Interpret and utilize Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), Fault Isolation Manuals (FIM), engineering drawings, STC packages, and other approved technical data. Document maintenance activities and support return-to-service requirements. Maintain compliance with company safety procedures, quality standards, and tool control requirements. Work collaboratively with inspectors, avionics technicians, structures mechanics, and engineering personnel to ensure successful project completion. Other duties as assigned Qualifications FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required. Experience performing aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and system installations. Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, STC packages, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), Fault Isolation Manuals (FIM), work instructions or other approved technical data Working knowledge of aircraft mechanical, electrical, and avionics systems. Strong attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance and quality workmanship. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced aircraft maintenance environment. Physical Requirements Ability to work in confined spaces and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, including kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, climbing, and lying down. Ability to work on elevated aircraft surfaces using ladders, manlifts, airstairs, and other approved access equipment. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds in accordance with company safety guidelines. Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring equipment, and maintenance support equipment. Ability to work in a hangar environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and aircraft maintenance operations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Job Pay Details Compensation $20 - $41 Based on experience. Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.
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• Oak Brook, Illinois •PERMANENT
Posted 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary Launch IAB is looking for A&P Mechanics for our MRO facility in Wichita, KS The A&P Mechanic is responsible for performing aircraft maintenance, inspections, installations, operational checks, and return-to-service activities in accordance with FAA regulations, approved technical data, company procedures, and customer requirements. This position supports aircraft modification and connectivity programs, including onboard Wi-Fi and avionics system installations, while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulatory and quality standards.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform rigging, adjustment, and operational checks of aircraft doors and related systems. Conduct conformity inspections and functional testing of onboard Wi-Fi systems and associated avionics equipment. Verify installation integrity of aircraft systems, components, wiring, software configurations, and antenna assemblies. Ensure all modifications and installations conform to approved engineering data, STC requirements, maintenance manuals, and applicable FAA regulations. Perform inspections, operational checks, troubleshooting, and corrective actions as required. Review and verify maintenance documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and regulatory compliance. Interpret and utilize Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), Fault Isolation Manuals (FIM), engineering drawings, STC packages, and other approved technical data. Document maintenance activities and support return-to-service requirements. Maintain compliance with company safety procedures, quality standards, and tool control requirements. Work collaboratively with inspectors, avionics technicians, structures mechanics, and engineering personnel to ensure successful project completion. Other duties as assigned Qualifications FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required. Experience performing aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and system installations. Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, STC packages, Aircraft Maintenance Manuals (AMM), Illustrated Parts Catalogs (IPC), Fault Isolation Manuals (FIM), work instructions or other approved technical data Working knowledge of aircraft mechanical, electrical, and avionics systems. Strong attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance and quality workmanship. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced aircraft maintenance environment. Physical Requirements Ability to work in confined spaces and maintain various physical positions for extended periods, including kneeling, crouching, bending, reaching, climbing, and lying down. Ability to work on elevated aircraft surfaces using ladders, manlifts, airstairs, and other approved access equipment. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds in accordance with company safety guidelines. Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring equipment, and maintenance support equipment. Ability to work in a hangar environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and aircraft maintenance operations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Job Pay Details Compensation $20 - $41 Based on experience. Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.