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Fleet Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic — and Rotary Wing Aviation Specialists

Job in Englewood, Arapahoe County, Colorado, 80151, USA
Listing for: Rio Staffing
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Aircraft Maintenance/ Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 32 - 43 USD Hourly USD 32.00 43.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Fleet Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic — Fixed and Rotary Wing Aviation Specialists

Fleet A&P Mechanics — Fixed & Rotary Wing Aviation Specialists

Position Location: Englewood, CO (Relocation Assistance Available)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent W2

About the Employer

Operate at the cutting edge of general aviation with a premier, rapidly expanding maintenance facility in the beautiful Denver metro area. We manage an active, high-tempo mixed fleet that includes both top-tier rotary platforms (Robinson, Airbus, Bell) and advanced, avionics-forward piston aircraft (Cirrus, Diamond, Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft). As our tight-knit, highly capable technical team pursues dual Part 135 and Part 145 certifications—alongside upcoming expansions into turboprop service and electric aviation—this ground‑floor opportunity offers an unmatched long‑term career trajectory.

This is the perfect destination for a skilled technician ready to leave the coastal humidity behind for pristine mountain air and massive professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Hourly Wage: $32.00 – $43.00 / hour (Base rate determined strictly by your specific rotary, piston, or avionics experience).
  • Relocation Package: Comprehensive, customized relocation assistance is available and negotiated case‑by‑case to ensure a seamless transition to Colorado.
  • Shifts & Flexibility: 40-hour work weeks with highly desirable scheduling options, including 4x10 (enjoy a permanent 3-day weekend) or standard 5x8 schedules.
  • Premium Pay: Frequent opportunities for overtime, with rotational weekend coverage and emergency AOG support compensated at premium rates.
  • Benefits Package: Full Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; 401(k) retirement plan with company match; flexible PTO; specialty shop tools provided; and factory/OEM training paths for qualified team members.
Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Director of Maintenance, this cross‑platform role keeps a premier GA fleet airworthy, safe, and operationally ready. Whether you lean heavily into helicopter powerplants or excel at advanced glass‑cockpit piston maintenance, you will work across a genuinely diverse hangar. Your day‑to‑day will span routine phase inspections, complex mechanical troubleshooting, structural enhancements, and cutting‑edge avionics integration within a well‑funded, highly ambitious shop environment.

Core

Responsibilities
  • Execute top‑tier scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, component overhauls, and defect rectification across the fleet (Helicopter and/or Fixed‑Wing).
  • Perform and sign off on annual and 100‑hour inspections in strict compliance with 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91.
  • Isolate, diagnose, and repair complex faults across mechanical, hydraulic, powertrain, and electrical/avionics systems.
  • Assist with modern avionics installations and glass‑cockpit upgrades, including GPS, radios, ADS‑B, and integrated autopilot systems.
  • Interpret and accurately apply aircraft maintenance manuals, Service Bulletins (SBs), Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and technical schematics.
  • Perform light structural sheet metal work and airframe repairs as needed.
  • Log all maintenance actions with absolute precision using the shop’s digital tracking inventory.
  • Participate in the shared on‑call rotation for weekend coverage and rapid AOG emergency response.
Minimum Criteria
  • Current and valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
  • A minimum of 3 years of hands‑on experience maintaining General Aviation aircraft (either dedicated rotary, advanced piston, or a combination of both).
  • Verifiable background successfully completing and signing off on 100‑hour and annual airframe inspections.
  • Solid proficiency in electrical diagnostics and/or aircraft system troubleshooting.
  • Comprehensive working knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91 regulatory frameworks.
  • Must own and maintain a personal set of basic aviation hand tools (specialty tools provided by the facility).
  • Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in varied physical positions, and safely operate around standard aviation materials.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Active FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) credential.
  • Direct, factory-level experience with Robinson R44, Airbus AS350, Bell 206, or Garmin G1000/Avidyne suites.
  • Prior background working within…
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