AH-Aircraft Mechanic
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Aircraft Maintenance/ Mechanic
Job Title:
Aircraft Mechanic - AH-64
Starting Base Pay:$33.10/hour+ shift certification differentials
Wage Progression:
Opportunity to earn $45–$50/hour within 5 years
Location:
Fort Rucker, Alabama
Type:
Permanent, Full-Time
We’re hiring experienced Aircraft Mechanicsto join our AH-64 Apache maintenance team. In this role, you’ll perform advanced inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to keep AH-64D/E helicopters mission-ready. This is a long-term career opportunity with excellent pay progression, full benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
Responsibilities- Perform field and sustainment-level maintenance on AH-64D/E helicopters
- Inspect, repair, and modify structural, engine, flight control, hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and avionics issues using manuals and test equipment
- Use specialized tools including torque wrenches, cable tensiometers, micrometers, and diagnostic gear
- Conduct functional checks, engine run-ups, and taxi operations when required
- Accurately document maintenance actions in compliance with military and FAA standards
- Provide guidance and mentorship to junior mechanics and technicians
- Perform corrosion control, preservation, and touch-up painting
- Support ground support equipment maintenance and aircraft recovery operations
- Required:
4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience - Required:
Experience with AH-64D/E Apache helicopters (any timeframe) - Preferred:
FAA Airframe Powerplant (A P) license
* not required*
- Starting Base Pay:$33.10/hour
- Pay Differentials:+$1/hr for 2nd shift, +$1.50/hr for 3rd shift, +$3/hr for odd work weeks
- Certification Pay:
Additional pay for A P certification and APU runs - Wage Progression:
Opportunity to earn $45–$50/hour within 5 years - Benefits Package:
- $2/hr 401(k) company contribution
- Union pension fund
- Health savings plan
- 10 paid holidays + 2 weeks of vacation (starting accruing on day
1) - Raises:
Guaranteed 2 pay increases annually
- Tools Equipment:
Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a professional, collaborative environment
- Structured, consistent shifts with premium pay for nights and weekends
- Aircraft hangar setting with all tools provided
- Supportive environment focused on growth and safety
- The pay range for this position is $68848.00 - $68848.00/yr.
- 2nd shift: $1/hr
- 3rd shift: $1.50/hr
- Odd Work Wee (ie, Thursday - Monday) $3/hr
- A P: $1.50/hr
- APU Run ($1/run)
- 401K- contributes $2/hr
- 2 pay raises per year
- Wage progression will get them between $45-50/hr within 5 years - 13 paid holidays
- 2 weeks vacation (starts accruing on day one)
- Union Pension Fund
- Health Savings Plan
This is a fully onsite position in Dothan,AL.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2025.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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