A&P Mechanic Jobs
A&P Mechanic jobs are open across commercial aviation, regional carriers, cargo operations, MRO facilities, and general aviation, from entry-level line positions to lead and inspection authorization roles, with specializations in airframe, powerplant, and avionics systems. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Join our life-saving team in Palestine, TX and take advantage of:
- Sign on bonus up to $25,000!
Are you an experienced aircraft mechanic looking to make a difference? PHI Health is seeking a A&P-licensed mechanic with 2+ years as a Certified Aircraft Mechanic to work on our helicopters.
At PHI Health, every detail matters because every flight can save a life. As an A&P Mechanic, you will be a crucial part of our mission, ensuring our fleet of state-of-the-art aircraft is always ready to respond to emergencies with precision and reliability. If you're able to investigate and repair anything and everything to do with the air frame or powerplant and have a keen interest in continuing to develop your skills – join our team!
WHO WE ARE:
PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Review and evaluate daily maintenance or inspection requirements and carry out various tasks in order to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft.
- Notify Lead Mechanic of unusual situations requiring schedule changes, aircraft changes, extra manpower or technical assistance.
- When at a field base, be responsible for the maintenance of all aircraft assigned to her/him reviewing stock levels and requisitioning spares as necessary to provide required repairs. Responsible for the safety and security of all company assets at field base.
- Prepare reports, requisitions, inventories, and personally certify on aircraft logs and related inspection and maintenance forms that work accomplished meets the requirements of the FAA, manufacturer and PHI Health.
- Comply with entries in RAMCO, such as work packages, status sheets, removals and installs in physical structure.
- Maintain close communication with Lead Mechanic and AMBS, and other agents as appropriate in order to ensure effective and timely job completion.
- Maintain parts inventory and recommend level changes when necessary.
- Maintain company provided special tools and ensure calibration is performed as scheduled.
- Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- High School diploma.
- Hold an FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant.
- At least 2 years of Maintenance experience as a Certified Mechanic.
- Possess basic skills in communications.
- Computer skills required.
- Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen.
- For Mechanics in the PHI Roving Maintenance Team:
- Sheet metal repair and/or Avionics troubleshooting/repair skills.
- Must be able to travel frequently, sometimes with short notice during regularly scheduled hitch.
- Must be able to work night shifts where maintenance events dictate.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested.
- This package includes competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and much more.
SCHEDULE/LOCATION:
- 7 & 7
- Candidates must live within a one-hour drive or sixty (60) miles from the base (whichever is greater) of the candidate's residence.
- Travel between bases is required.
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
- Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization.
- Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
- Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.
THE PHI HEALTH ADVANTAGE:
For more than 40 years, our company has been providing critical air medical transport services across the country. As an organization, we outfit each aircraft we fly with the most advanced technology, subject our crews to the most rigorous protocols and training and pioneer the most-forward thinking safety program in the country.
Everything that we do comes back to the safety of our crew and our patients. Our accident rate is well below the national average, and we were the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award. This belief has guided us towards a number of industry firsts and has given us the highest safety rating in the industry.
Sign-on Bonus up to $25,000
DISCLAIMER
The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
INTRODUCTION
Join our life-saving team in Palestine, TX and take advantage of:
- Sign on bonus up to $25,000!
Are you an experienced aircraft mechanic looking to make a difference? PHI Health is seeking a A&P-licensed mechanic with 2+ years as a Certified Aircraft Mechanic to work on our helicopters.
At PHI Health, every detail matters because every flight can save a life. As an A&P Mechanic, you will be a crucial part of our mission, ensuring our fleet of state-of-the-art aircraft is always ready to respond to emergencies with precision and reliability. If you're able to investigate and repair anything and everything to do with the air frame or powerplant and have a keen interest in continuing to develop your skills – join our team!
WHO WE ARE:
PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases across the country, all while offering services and outreach education to local communities and leading healthcare systems. Our mission is simple: move communities to health while maintaining the highest standard of safety, period.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Review and evaluate daily maintenance or inspection requirements and carry out various tasks in order to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft.
- Notify Lead Mechanic of unusual situations requiring schedule changes, aircraft changes, extra manpower or technical assistance.
- When at a field base, be responsible for the maintenance of all aircraft assigned to her/him reviewing stock levels and requisitioning spares as necessary to provide required repairs. Responsible for the safety and security of all company assets at field base.
- Prepare reports, requisitions, inventories, and personally certify on aircraft logs and related inspection and maintenance forms that work accomplished meets the requirements of the FAA, manufacturer and PHI Health.
- Comply with entries in RAMCO, such as work packages, status sheets, removals and installs in physical structure.
- Maintain close communication with Lead Mechanic and AMBS, and other agents as appropriate in order to ensure effective and timely job completion.
- Maintain parts inventory and recommend level changes when necessary.
- Maintain company provided special tools and ensure calibration is performed as scheduled.
- Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
- High School diploma.
- Hold an FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe and Powerplant.
- At least 2 years of Maintenance experience as a Certified Mechanic.
- Possess basic skills in communications.
- Computer skills required.
- Must be able to pass pre-placement physical exam including functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen.
- For Mechanics in the PHI Roving Maintenance Team:
- Sheet metal repair and/or Avionics troubleshooting/repair skills.
- Must be able to travel frequently, sometimes with short notice during regularly scheduled hitch.
- Must be able to work night shifts where maintenance events dictate.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- We offer a range of competitive pay and benefits package to keep our teams happy, healthy, and invested.
- This package includes competitive pay, shift bonuses, shift incentives, Annual Safety Bonus, Annual Employee Bonus, and much more.
SCHEDULE/LOCATION:
- 7 & 7
- Candidates must live within a one-hour drive or sixty (60) miles from the base (whichever is greater) of the candidate's residence.
- Travel between bases is required.
OUR CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Safe. We are absolute in our belief in the tenets of Destination Zero and that Zero is not only achievable, but the only acceptable outcome.
- Efficient. We are focused on outcomes that are smart and responsible by making the best use of our resources to maximize overall productivity and achieve sustainable profitability as a high performing organization.
- Quality. We are committed to ensuring excellent organizational performance which produces sustainable and reliable outcomes.
- Service. We are dedicated to the service of our customers, our communities and each other.
THE PHI HEALTH ADVANTAGE:
For more than 40 years, our company has been providing critical air medical transport services across the country. As an organization, we outfit each aircraft we fly with the most advanced technology, subject our crews to the most rigorous protocols and training and pioneer the most-forward thinking safety program in the country.
Everything that we do comes back to the safety of our crew and our patients. Our accident rate is well below the national average, and we were the first to receive the Vision Zero Aviation Safety Award. This belief has guided us towards a number of industry firsts and has given us the highest safety rating in the industry.
Sign-on Bonus up to $25,000
DISCLAIMER
The above Statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- PHI Air Medical19
- PHI Aviation4
- Cape Air3
- Embraer1
- Jet Midwest1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services18
- Airlines6
- Technology & Software2
- Aerospace & Defense1
- Science & Research1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in A&P mechanic jobs.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate required for all positions
- Minimum two years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience preferred
- Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and technical data
- Experience with aviation maintenance tracking software such as AMOS or TRAX
- Valid driver's license and ability to work rotating shifts including nights and weekends
- Inspection Authorization preferred for senior and lead mechanic roles
Tips for Your A&P Mechanic Job Search
List every certificate and endorsement
Your FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate is the baseline, but recruiters also scan for IA authorization, specific aircraft type experience, and NDT certifications. List each endorsement separately on your resume so automated screening tools don't miss them.
Quantify your logbook hours by category
Don't just state total experience years. Break out airframe hours, powerplant hours, and any inspection hours by aircraft category and class. Hiring managers at MRO shops and carriers compare these numbers directly against minimum requirements before calling anyone.
Target openings by aircraft platform first
Narrow your search by the specific airframes you're qualified and current on, whether that's narrow-body jets, turboprops, or piston GA aircraft. Applying to roles outside your platform currency wastes time and flags a mismatch before the interview stage.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists a&p mechanic openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a practical skills evaluation
Many a&p mechanic interviews include a hands-on component or a written technical exam covering FAR Part 43 requirements and maintenance documentation. Review your aircraft maintenance manual procedures and practice writing up a logbook entry before your interview day.
Negotiate shift differential and overtime structure
Base pay is only part of the total package for a&p mechanics. Ask specifically about shift differential rates for overnight or weekend hangar work, overtime policies, and whether tool allowances or personal protective equipment are provided, before accepting any offer.
A&P Mechanic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most a&p mechanics?
The companies hiring the most a&p mechanics right now include PHI Air Medical, PHI Aviation, and Cape Air, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Arizona, and Louisiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. MRO providers and regional carriers consistently account for a large portion of active openings nationwide.
How many a&p mechanic jobs are remote?
About 0% of a&p mechanic openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in the field. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility include technical records review, quality assurance documentation, and aviation consulting positions that don't require direct aircraft contact.
How do you become an a&p mechanic?
You become an a&p mechanic by completing an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School program or accumulating the required practical experience hours working on airframes and powerplants under supervision. After meeting the experience threshold, you apply to take the FAA written, oral, and practical exams for each certificate. Passing all three sections of both the Airframe and Powerplant tests earns you the combined certificate.
Can you get hired as an a&p mechanic with little experience?
Yes, entry-level a&p mechanic positions exist, particularly at general aviation shops, regional carriers, and MRO facilities that run structured apprenticeship programs. Holding a freshly earned certificate with strong practical exam scores and any documented hands-on time from school, military service, or part-time shop work meaningfully improves your chances. Targeting smaller GA operations first lets you build platform-specific hours quickly.
What does the a&p mechanic interview process look like?
The a&p mechanic interview process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your certificate status and aircraft type experience, followed by a technical interview with a maintenance supervisor covering FAR Part 43 compliance, logbook entry standards, and troubleshooting scenarios. Many employers add a hands-on practical evaluation or a written exam before extending an offer. Background checks and drug screening are standard final steps before a start date is confirmed.
Where can I find and apply to a&p mechanic jobs?
You can find and apply to a&p mechanic jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your certificate, aircraft experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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