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Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (Contract)

Skyryse

Hawthorne, CAContract$35–58/hrPosted 1mo agoVerified open 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$35–58/hr
Location
Hawthorne, CA
Schedule
Contract
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

FAA A&P Certification

Job overview

Skyryse is hiring an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (Contract). Skyryse seeks an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic to support rotorcraft and experimental aircraft maintenance at its Hawthorne, CA facility, ensuring FAA compliance, performing inspections, documentation, and contributing to fleet upgrades and new technology integration.

Key focus areas include Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft and experimental aircraft, Conduct detailed inspections and verifications of aircraft systems to confirm compliance with safety, regulatory, and operational standards prior to flight, and Maintain documentation and proper record keeping of repairs, maintenance, inspections, reports, and related items.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Helicopter Maintenance Experience, and 5+ Years Of Aircraft Maintenance Experience. Important skills include Execute Scheduled And Unscheduled Maintenance, Conduct Detailed Inspections, Maintain Documentation And Proper Record Keeping, Interpret And Apply Maintenance Manuals, Collaborate With Team Members, and Support Fleet Upgrades. Preferred (not required): Avionics Experience and Wiring Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Execute Scheduled and Unscheduled MaintenanceConduct Detailed InspectionsMaintain Documentation and Proper Record KeepingInterpret and Apply Maintenance ManualsCollaborate With Team MembersSupport Fleet UpgradesNew Technology IntegrationAvionics ExperienceWiring Experience

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDHelicopter Maintenance Experience5+ Years of Aircraft Maintenance ExperienceFAA a&P CertificationTrade School or Military Training in Aircraft MaintenanceRobinson Maintenance CourseFAA Inspection Authorization Certification

Full job description

We’re on a mission to make the skies safe and accessible for everyone. Our technology gives pilots greater control by simplifying the management of any aircraft during standard flight operations, inclement weather, and emergencies. Our SkyOS solution, rigorously and relentlessly developed by skilled and dedicated Skyrysers, is the key to unlocking this unbounded future. Our technology, combined with our commitment to saving lives and our passion for aviation, will empower everyone to experience the joy and freedom of flight.

AIRFRAME & POWERPLANT MECHANIC - R66/R44 - HAWTHORNE, CA

The A&P Mechanic at Skyryse will support all aircraft maintenance operations based out of our Hawthorne, CA facility. They will serve as the subject matter expert on our rotary-wing specifically the R66 and or R44, and experimental aircraft. The ideal candidate will support Skyryse by ensuring all maintenance follows FAA compliance guidelines and regulations. This is a contract role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on rotorcraft and experimental aircraft.

  • Conduct detailed inspections and verifications of aircraft systems to confirm compliance with all safety, regulatory, and operational standards prior to flight.

  • Maintain documentation and proper record keeping of repairs, maintenance, inspections, reports, and other items related to aircraft maintenance.

  • Interpret and apply maintenance manuals, engineering specifications, and technical data to perform precise repairs and component replacements.

  • Collaborate with technicians, pilots, engineers, and other team members to carry out modification and repair.

  • Support fleet upgrades and new technology integration, contributing to the ongoing evolution of aircraft systems and safety enhancements.

  • Perform other duties as required in support of flight operations and organizational objectives. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or GED

  • Helicopter maintenance experience

  • 5+ years of experience supporting the maintenance of aircraft

  • FAA A&P Certification PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Trade school or military training in aircraft maintenance

  • Robinson maintenance course

  • FAA inspection authorization certification

  • 8+ years of experience supporting the maintenance of aircraft

  • Avionics and wiring experience WHY SKYRYSE?

  • The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility

  • Hourly Rate:

  • 2-5yrs experience: $30-$42/hr.

  • 5+yrs experience: $35-$58/hr. The posted hourly rate reflects the potential base pay for this role, adjusted to account for varying geographic markets. Final compensation will be based on factors such as your location, job-related skills, experience, and internal alignment, including equity and benefits.

WE WELCOME ALL Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

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