Heavy Maintenance Unlicensed Technician - A&P Pathway Program

Unlicensed Technician - Airborne A&P Pathway Program

Launch Your Aviation Career with Airborne's A&P Pathway Program -Have you ever wanted to build a rewarding career in the aviation industry but weren't sure how to get started? Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services, a subsidiary of Air Transport Services Group, Inc., is proud to offer a unique opportunity for motivated individuals to enter the field of aviation maintenance - no prior aviation experience required. As an Unlicensed Technician, you'll join the Airborne Tech program - a hands-on, earn-and-learn pathway that leads directly into our FAA-certified A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) school in partnership with Laurel Oaks Career Campus. With a September class start date and an industry-leading program completion time of just 12 months, this program allows you to earn a wage and benefits while gaining real-world experience in our large-scale MRO heavy maintenance operation. As you achieve your General, Airframe, and Powerplant certifications, you'll be promoted along the way. Plus, you will receive a paid toolbox at the beginning of employment (restrictions apply) and a long-term career track within a growing aviation company - all at a significantly reduced cost, thanks to Airborne's investment in your future.

About the Unlicensed Technician Role:

The Unlicensed Technician position will perform general maintenance tasks in support of the component repair process to include, but not be limited to: cleaning, painting, and sanding in accordance with applicable manuals and internal processes and policies.

What You Need:

* 2 years of hands-on aviation maintenance experience

* Ability to effectively speak, read, and write in the English language

* Ability to lift 75 lbs. and work at a height of up to 50 feet

* High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

* Ability to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and climb, and sustain those positions for extended periods

* Ability to work at heights up to 60 feet

* Ability to work with arms raised above head and perform repetitive tasks

* Ability to precisely manipulate hand tools in a variety of situations

Additional Details:

* Full-Time Position

* Starting Pay: Based on years of experience

* Full Benefits Package + 401(k)

Career Progression & Pay Increases:

Start your journey as an Unlicensed Technician while gaining hands-on experience in our maintenance operations. As you advance and earn your Airframe certification, you'll receive a pay increase and take on greater responsibilities. Upon full completion of the A&P program and obtaining both Airframe and Powerplant licenses, your pay will increase based on years of experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services (AMES) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disability status.

Program Requirements for Acceptance:

* Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and background screening

* Complete and pass the program-specific WorkKeys assessment test prior to the start date (at applicant's expense)

* Commit to a two-year employment agreement with Airborne following completion of the A&P program