A&P Mechanic Jobs in Colorado
A&P Mechanic jobs in Colorado are concentrated around Denver International Airport, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo, where carriers, MRO facilities, and military aviation operations drive steady demand from entry-level mechanics to lead inspectors. United Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and L3Harris Technologies maintain significant maintenance operations in the state, making them consistent sources of openings. The most in-demand specialties are airframe inspection, avionics systems, and turbine engine maintenance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Experience with DHC-6, CASA C212, Hawker 800XP and/or DHC-4T Caribou preferred.
Experience with PT6 and/or TPE331 turboprops is preferred.
Leadership experience required.
BASIC FUNCTION SUMMARY
Lead A&P Technician must oversee work on company owned aircraft, performing flight line support as well as heavy airframe and engine maintenance, repair, modifications, and inspections. Must keep team on task and coordinate maintenance schedule with flight ops department to ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance can be accomplished without interruption to daily flight operations.
Minimum of four years total aviation maintenance experience is required, plus a civilian or military aviation maintenance technical school is preferred.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must hold a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License.
Must meet CFR 65.83 recency experience
Applicants must own basic Aviation hand tools stored in Mechanic‘s toolbox
Must Hold Valid US Passport / US Citizen and valid United States Driver’s License
Will be required to pass drug, alcohol and background check(s).
Must be willing to work overtime and odd hours
May be required to travel (CONUS)
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Physical Demands:
Climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking and working in tiring uncomfortable positions.
Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus
May require lifting of objects whose weight may exceed 75 pounds.
Work Environment:
The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment of inclement weather.
May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail.
May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.
Rampart Aviation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
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Experience with DHC-6, CASA C212, Hawker 800XP and/or DHC-4T Caribou preferred.
Experience with PT6 and/or TPE331 turboprops is preferred.
Leadership experience required.
BASIC FUNCTION SUMMARY
Lead A&P Technician must oversee work on company owned aircraft, performing flight line support as well as heavy airframe and engine maintenance, repair, modifications, and inspections. Must keep team on task and coordinate maintenance schedule with flight ops department to ensure scheduled and unscheduled maintenance can be accomplished without interruption to daily flight operations.
Minimum of four years total aviation maintenance experience is required, plus a civilian or military aviation maintenance technical school is preferred.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must hold a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License.
Must meet CFR 65.83 recency experience
Applicants must own basic Aviation hand tools stored in Mechanic‘s toolbox
Must Hold Valid US Passport / US Citizen and valid United States Driver’s License
Will be required to pass drug, alcohol and background check(s).
Must be willing to work overtime and odd hours
May be required to travel (CONUS)
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Physical Demands:
Climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, extensive walking and working in tiring uncomfortable positions.
Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus
May require lifting of objects whose weight may exceed 75 pounds.
Work Environment:
The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment of inclement weather.
May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail.
May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.
Rampart Aviation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
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The qualifications that appear most often in A&P mechanic jobs across Colorado.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate required for all positions
- Minimum 18 months of documented airframe or powerplant maintenance experience
- Proficiency reading and applying FAA-approved maintenance manuals and technical data
- Experience with Part 121 or Part 145 repair station operating environments
- Ability to obtain and maintain airport security badge through TSA screening
- Familiarity with aviation maintenance tracking software such as AMOS or TRAX
A&P Mechanic Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a a&p mechanic in Colorado?
You earn FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificates by completing an FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician school or accumulating the required hands-on experience hours, then passing FAA written, oral, and practical exams administered through a Designated Mechanic Examiner. Colorado does not issue a separate state license for a&p mechanics, so the federal FAA certificate is the credential Colorado employers require. Several Colorado community colleges and technical schools offer FAA-approved programs, including Aims Community College and Front Range Community College.
Which companies hire a&p mechanics in Colorado?
Colorado a&p mechanic roles are posted by VarStaff, Rampart Aviation, and Akima and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's combination of a major hub airport at Denver International and several active military installations creates a broad employer base across commercial, cargo, and defense aviation sectors.
Which Colorado cities have the most a&p mechanic jobs?
Englewood, Colorado Springs, and Denver account for the largest share of a&p mechanic openings in Colorado. Denver leads because of Denver International Airport's concentration of commercial airline maintenance bases and Part 145 repair stations, while Colorado Springs draws openings tied to Peterson Space Force Base, Schriever, and defense contractors with military aircraft programs in the region.
Are there remote a&p mechanic jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of a&p mechanic openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of aircraft maintenance work that requires physical access to aircraft. The portions of the role most likely to allow remote flexibility are technical writing, quality assurance documentation review, and maintenance planning or scheduling positions.
How can I get hired as a a&p mechanic in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician program at a Colorado school such as Aims Community College in Greeley, which prepares graduates for the FAA certification exams and gives them documented training hours. Large MRO operations and regional carriers at Denver International Airport regularly hire recent program graduates into inspection assistant or line service roles that count toward experience hours. Candidates who already hold one FAA certificate, airframe or powerplant, can apply for single-cert roles while working toward the second, which significantly broadens available openings.
Where can I find and apply to a&p mechanic jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to a&p mechanic jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across commercial airlines, MRO facilities, and defense contractors. Search the listings for roles that match your certificate type, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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