Aviation Mechanic

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Aviation Mechanic Job Description

The Phase Mechanic is responsible for conducting scheduled airframe inspections, structural checks, systems troubleshooting, and component removal and installation on tactical aircraft. This position is well-suited for individuals with strong airframe experience, military backgrounds, or extensive MRO heavy-check experience who aspire to work on unique, high-performance platforms.

• Perform scheduled phase inspections (A/B/C/D or OEM-specific intervals).
• Inspect airframe structures including skins, ribs, spars, stringers, and control surfaces.
• Conduct systems checks on hydraulics, pneumatics, flight controls, landing gear, and electrical systems.
• Remove and replace components for access or corrective action.
• Perform corrosion control and preventative maintenance.
• Document all maintenance actions in accordance with FAA, company, and DoD standards.
• Support flight operations with rapid-turn maintenance when required.
• Collaborate with engine, avionics, and QA teams to ensure aircraft readiness.

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Experience in aviation and aircraft maintenance.
• Proficiency with aircraft systems and maintenance techniques.
• Military aviation experience.
• Airframe experience.
• Mechanical and electrical repair skills.
• Sheet metal work experience.
• A&P license preferred.
• Heavy maintenance experience.
• Powerplant mechanic knowledge.
• Quality inspection skills.

• A&P License preferred (or military equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of airframe or phase inspection experience (military, MRO, or corporate).
• Strong understanding of airframe systems, structures, and inspection criteria.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, tech orders, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with heavy checks, depot-level, or military phase maintenance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Join a military-friendly environment that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package once permanent. Be part of a team where you can advance your skills in a high-performance, unique platform.

Work in a military environment within a climate-controlled hangar, providing a comfortable and efficient workspace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $44.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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,…