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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.
$72,304 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
A/P MECHANIC
Air Wisconsin Airlines
Killeen, Texas
PERMANENT
ENHANCED
Updated 08/31/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Join our maintenance team working on CRJ-200s. Our exceptional team is dedicated to making our travelers experiences safe and pleasant.
Our maintenance facilities perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Air Wisconsins fleet of Bombardier CRJ-200 aircraft. This includes preventative maintenance, line maintenance, scheduled inspections, and accompanying maintenance up to and including 'A-Checks and large component replacements in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulation and company policies and procedures. Air Wisconsin Airlines is recognized as operating a safe maintenance program. Mechanics and Technicians troubleshoot and diagnose complex aircraft systems, which may include repairing and maintaining components used for aircraft navigation and radio communications, weather radar systems, and other instruments and computers.
In addition to aircraft systems, Mechanics and Technicians install, inspect, test, replace, dismantle, alter fabricate, repair, and reassemble aircraft components and engines. A variety of tools and equipment are used, including precision measuring devices, pneumatic devices, electrical testing devices, general shop equipment, ground support equipment, and computers.
Starting Pay:
$31.41
Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform maintenance on CRJ 200 series
Troubleshoot and repair electronic equipment to component level in accordance with FAA regulations and company manuals
Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly of Aircraft components
Read wiring diagrams and blueprints
Performs operational and preventive checks and alignments on aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, avionics, troubleshooting equipment using technical manuals and schematic drawings and inspecting
Maintaining electrical systems that include wiring, electrical connections, and the repair and/or replacement of instruments
Perform all assigned work in accordance with maintenance manuals, company policies and FAA Regulations
Comply with all safety rules and regulations
Responsible for the completion of aircraft documentation
Education and Experience:
Required:
FAA Airframe and Powerplant License
Must have valid Drivers License
High school diploma or equivalent
Legal right to work in the United States
Good Communication skills
Problem solving and organization skills
Experience entering and accessing technical data within computer systems
Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety
Must be able to perform all line maintenance functions unsupervised, at any time
Ability to work nights, shifts, weekends, and holidays
Ability to lift 75lbs, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, sit, stand, stoop, frequently in confined spaces
Preferred:
Aircraft troubleshooting experience
CRJ experience
Avionic Technician applicants must possess in addition to the above requirements:
FCC General Radio Telephone Operators License (GROL)
- OR•NCATT AET•National Center for Aircraft Technician Training Aircraft Electronics•OR•Proof of graduation from an accredited Avionics curriculum or military program
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