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A&P Mechanic
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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.
$76,992 / year median in Tennessee
+7% projected growth
Job Description
A&P Mechanic
HSGI, Inc.
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Smyrna, Tennessee
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 08/30/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
An A&P mechanic inspects, maintains, and repairs aircraft to ensure they meet safety standards, working on both the airframe (body, wings, landing gear) and the powerplant (engines). They use diagnostic equipment, tools, and precision instruments to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, replace parts, and perform scheduled maintenance like overhauls on engines and propellers. Key Responsibilities
Inspecting Aircraft:
Mechanics conduct various levels of checks such as A checks, which involve general inspections for damage, corrosion, and missing parts.
Troubleshooting and Repairing:
They diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in airframes, engines, and electronic systems.
Component Overhauls:
Specialized facilities have mechanics who disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, and test aircraft components, including engines and propellers.
Performing Maintenance:
This includes tasks like lubricating components, checking fluid levels, and servicing landing gear and braking systems.
Documentation:
A&P mechanics are responsible for documenting all maintenance and repairs in the aircraft's logbooks. Where A&P Mechanics Work
Airlines:
They work on commercial and business corporate aircraft to keep them in service.
Aviation Companies and Airports:
They perform maintenance at various aviation facilities.
Flight Schools:
A&P mechanics are also found working at flight schools.
Repair Stations:
These specialized facilities focus on overhauling engines, propellers, and landing gear. Why the Role is Important
Ensuring Safety:
Their primary role is to ensure aircraft are safe to fly by complying with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety standards.
Maintaining Aircraft Performance:
Regular maintenance by A&P mechanics helps maintain optimal aircraft performance and reliability.
Meeting Scheduling Demands:
Mechanics work to keep aircraft in operation, often working overtime or on weekends and holidays to prevent delays.
ABOUT US
HSGI, Inc. is a full service staffing company supplying qualified technical and professional employees to the most reputable companies in the Aerospace/Aircraft industry—across the United States and abroad.
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