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M1 Support Services
Aircraft Mechanic (SAM-T6A-0547)
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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
Aircraft Mechanic (SAM-T6A-0547)
M1 Support Services
- 1500 Solana Blvd. Suite 5200 Westlake, Texas
PERMANENT
$44.1/hr Updated 08/27/2026 Job Description Overview $44.1/hr Job Summary M1 is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic with the following knowledge and experience: Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:- Uses schematic diagrams, drawings, charts and technical publication in operating, testing removing,troubleshooting and replacing aircraft system components to include remove and install engines asrequired.
- Complies with the requirements of the FOD prevention, housekeeping, tool control, environmental andsafety programs.
- Performs aircraft conditional inspections.
- Performs all required aircraft servicing tasks.
- Operates ground support equipment and documents/reports discrepancies prior to use.
- Performs all tasks associated with ground movement of aircraft.
- Completes all necessary manual and automated records required by USAF and Company directives.
- Orders parts and supplies as needed.
- Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Participates in towing and movement of aircraft in performing maintenance activities.
Qualifications and Experience:
Knowledge:
- A working knowledge of jet aircraft systems and of the use of common aircraft hand tools and specialtools is required.
Education:
- Completion of high school or the equivalent is required. Completion of specialized courses is desired.
- The ability to read and write and to comprehend technical data is required.
Experience:
- Eighteen (18) months of general aircraft maintenance experience is required. One (1) year experience inthe past three (3) calendar years on applicable aircraft or completion of a specific aircraft familiarizationcourse is required.
- Possession of a valid drivers license is necessary to obtain flight line driving privileges
Working Conditions:
- Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing,standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be physically capable of performing all assigned duties.
- Normal color vision is required.
- A physical is required for personnel working in fuel cell maintenance. Must be able to enter thesmallest cell opening, must be able to become qualified for and use a respirator.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbsM1 Support Services, headquartered in Westlake, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.