Aircraft Technician

Job Title: Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Aircraft Maintenance Technician with extensive experience in Raytheon and Cessna to join our growing MRO team. In this role, you will be pivotal in enhancing efficiencies, safety, and performance across various airframes. Additionally, you will mentor team members and foster a culture that prioritizes collaboration and safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on turbine and turboprop aircraft.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and avionics discrepancies with technical expertise.
• Ensure all maintenance complies with 14 CFR regulations and internal standards.
• Input and manage data using maintenance tracking systems and scheduling software.
• Document maintenance activities in compliance with FAA and internal requirements.
• Coordinate with multiple teams to optimize aircraft readiness and turnaround time.
• Uphold high-touch service standards while maintaining strict compliance and safety.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 8+ years of experience with turbine and turboprop aircraft maintenance.
• Substantial hands-on experience with Raytheon and Cessna Citation maintenance.
• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Strong understanding of 14 CFR Part 145 regulations and aviation safety standards.
• Proven ability to manage priorities in a high-urgency environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.
• Raytheon & Cessna/Citation factory training preferred.
• Experience with maintenance tracking programs (e.g., Traxxall, Ebis, CAMP).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values expertise and client focus, providing unmatched opportunities for growth and learning in the aviation industry. Be a part of a team that prioritizes safety, service, and teamwork, with a commitment to continuous learning and high standards.

Work Environment

Work Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday on a 4/10 schedule, or choose a weekend shift from Friday to Sunday. The environment requires a safety-first mindset, adaptability, and effective communication. You must have your own tools.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, NC.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 9, 2026.

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.