Job Title: A&P Mechanic w/ Inspection Authorization (IA)

Company Overview:

A well-established non-profit flying club and flight school with a 50-year history is seeking an experienced A&P Mechanic with Inspection Authorization (IA) to join its maintenance team. The organization operates as a 501(c)(7) non-profit, governed by a seven-member board to ensure diversity in decision-making and a collaborative environment.

Job Overview:

The A&P Mechanic will be responsible for repairing, inspecting, and maintaining a fleet of 50 general aviation aircraft, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations. This role requires strong general aviation (GA) experience (10+ years), with a focus on aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer service.

Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GA aircraft

• Inspect and assess structural, mechanical, and avionics components

• Diagnose, repair, and replace aircraft parts using hand tools, diagnostic devices, and mechanical equipment

• Maintain aircraft logs and assist with maintenance scheduling

• Order parts and ensure proper inventory management

• Provide customer service and communication with aircraft owners and club members

• Assist with fuel truck operations and train in Ramp Associate duties

Aircraft Types:

• Cessna: 152, 162, 172, 182

• Piper

• Diamond: DA40, DA42

• Cirrus: SR20, SR22

• American Champion

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 10+ years of GA experience as an A&P Mechanic

• 2+ years of experience with Inspection Authorization (IA)

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License

• Inspection Authorization (IA) License

• High School Diploma or GED

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM start time (flexible)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay Rate: $50/hr - $55/hr

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (employee premium covered by employer)

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Section 125 FSA/Premium-only plan

• Complimentary flying club membership

Why Join Us?

• Work for a stable, non-profit flight school & club with a long-standing history

• Small team environment with long-term employees and minimal turnover

• Hands-on experience working with a diverse GA fleet

• Strong benefits package and company-paid premiums

• Opportunities for growth and long-term career stability

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/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 be subject 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Palo Alto,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 14, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.