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Airframe & Powerplant Spec II

General Atomics

Sierra Vista, AZFull-time$49–79K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$49–79K/yr
Location
Sierra Vista, AZ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC seeks an Airframe & Powerplant Specialist II to provide flight-line and ground support under general supervision. The role troubleshoots aircraft and engine systems, performs maintenance and inspections, and assists with training and powerplant or system development. The position is onsite and full-time, with a stated annual pay range of $49,100 to $78,725.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Aircraft MaintenancePowerplant InspectionAircraft TroubleshootingComputer ApplicationsLeadershipOrganizationPlanningInterpersonal CommunicationIndependent WorkTeamwork

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2+ Years Aircraft Maintenance ExperienceFAA Airframe and Powerplant LicenseSecret ClearanceU.S. Citizenship

Full job description

58830BR

Job Summary:

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.

Under general supervision on routine work and with detailed instruction for special assignments, this position is responsible for providing flight line and ground support. Troubleshoots aircraft and/or engine systems to determine related problems and identify possible solutions. Provides technical assistance in mechanical and inspection work. Assists with the development and review of new processes and procedures. May assist in training programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.

  • Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals adhering to company approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and/or government technical order requirements.

  • Repair fuel and/or oil leaks and/or engine problems as required. May remove and replace airframe and/or engine components as needed.

  • Review records to ensure all required documentation is completed in accordance with established company procedures and/or government and customer technical order requirements.

  • May perform all launch and recovery tasks of aircraft to include ground operations, preflight items, ground observer responsibilities, and post flight items.

  • May inspect, test, maintain and operate ground support equipment.

  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.

  • Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

  • Assist in the training of new A&P Specialists.

  • Assist with new powerplant and system development as required.

  • Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications:

  • Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience. An FAA Airframe and Powerplant License may be required.

  • Full knowledge and understanding of the detailed aspects of the job.

  • Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations.

  • Basic leadership, organization and planning skills.

  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with employees and both military and civilian customers.

  • Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours as required.

Job Category:

A&P/Mechanics

Experience Level:

Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle:

Onsite

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time Hourly

Pay Range Low:

49,100

Pay Range High:

78,725

Travel Percentage Required:

0% - 25%

Relocation Assistance Provided?:

No

US Citizenship Required?:

Yes

Clearance Required?:

Yes

Clearance Level:

Secret

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

How this job compares

Set against the 6,673 open Maintenance Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$49–79K/yr
  • US median$58–81K/yr320 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $64K, is 11% below the US median midpoint ($72K) — in the middle half of Maintenance Technician salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 167 open Maintenance Technician jobs in Arizona and 6,673 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Arizona
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Maintenance Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (3,817 postings).
Education
24 of the 6,673 open Maintenance Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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