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.
Atlas Aircraft Center Inc-PlaneSense
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire
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PERMANENT
Posted 07/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Atlas Aircraft Center, Inc. (AAC) and sister company PlaneSense, Inc., (PSI) located in Portsmouth, NH, are seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician. Highly qualified candidates will have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience in aircraft maintenance, but General Aviation experience preferred. A&P Certificate Required.
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairing aircraft, aircraft engines, and aircraft components in accordance with applicable technical data, industry standards, and the Atlas Aircraft Center "Repair Station Manual." A&P Mechanics need to have a good comprehension of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic disciplines as they apply to aircraft systems. In addition, technicians should own and maintain sufficient hand tools to perform duties efficiently and effectively.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Inspect parts, systems, and airframe as part of routine scheduled maintenance
Perform diagnostic tests to determine necessary repairs
Repair defective or malfunctioning aircraft parts and systems
Troubleshoot and diagnose potential repairs outside of regularly scheduled maintenance
Be able to perform assigned tasks in compliance with all applicable FAA regulations and the Inspections Procedures Manual with little or no direct supervision
Have the minimum required tools to perform assigned work
Compensation:
From $32-$50/hr
The annual salary is determined by our company's structured pay scale and reflects both the number of years or relevant experience and alignment with our maintenance operations and aircraft type.
Requirements
Qualifications:
Own and maintain sufficient hand tools to perform duties efficiently and effectively
Ability to live and work in the United States without any restrictions
Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and thereafter submit to DOT mandated random drug and alcohol testing?
Must pass a background check including a government required fingerprint based criminal history records check.
Valid state driver's license
Carries or can obtain a valid U.S. Passport for training purposes
Must be able to obtain and maintain an airport security badge.
Capability of lifting to 60 lbs.
Willing and able to work different shifts consisting of nights, holidays, and weekends
Education and/or
Experience:
A&P Certificate
2-3 Years' aircraft maintenance experience preferred
Aircraft parts management experience preferred, but not required
Computer Skills:
Computer skills to include MS Office, Crystal Reports, Corridor and CAMP
Training provided by Atlas Aircraft Center, Inc. consists of extensive initial training to become familiar with both the AAC and the PlaneSense program. AAC technicians attend factory training with Pilatus, engine training with Pratt & Whitney, ongoing education through FAA-sponsored classes, component instruction, continuous on-the-job training, and more!
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