A&P Mechanic

The Aviation Maintenance and Sustainment (AMS) Division of Leidos has openings for A&P Mechanics located in El Paso, TX. The job of the A&P Mechanic is to maintain aircraft in accordance with OEM specifications and FAA regulations, and to work in diverse conditions ranging from a comfortable environment to inclement weather with high noise, fumes, airborne particles, and electrical shock hazards.

• Perform duties within the hangar facility and aircraft movement area in a safe manner.
• Interpret and follow technical publications including basic schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and instructions.
• Perform daily pre‑ and post‑flight inspections.
• Service aircraft fuel, oil, hydraulic, oxygen, and nitrogen systems.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Perform rigging of engine, propeller, flight, and landing‑gear systems.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning mechanical, electrical, and avionics systems and provide effective solutions.
• Document work performed on appropriate forms and in electronic systems acceptable to the administrator.
• Provide certification signature of the work performed.
• Maintain aircraft appearance and cleanliness.
• Submit daily, weekly, or monthly reports as required.
• “Clean as you go” in the work area and follow all safety rules.
• Work hours may be adjusted for operational requirements, including a 5‑day work week Wednesday through Sunday.
• Perform all required training assigned in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Lead Mechanic.

• High school diploma or equivalent and 3–5 years of prior relevant experience.
• U.S. Citizen.
• Current U.S. civilian driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Valid and current FAA A&P certification.
• Successful completion of a DoT drug test to determine the presence of illegal or undistributed controlled substances.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.

• Experience with Bombardier Global series aircraft or similar.
• Current/Active DoD Secret level security clearance or higher.

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November 25, 2025
For U.S. Positions:
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range $57,850.00 – $
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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