A&P Mechanic Jobs in New York
A&P Mechanic jobs in New York are concentrated around JFK, LaGuardia, and Albany International, where carriers and MRO operations maintain steady demand for certificated mechanics across airframe, powerplant, and avionics work. Major employers with lasting New York footprints include JetBlue, American Airlines, and Lufthansa Technik, hiring at all experience levels from newly certificated A&P mechanics to senior inspectors. The most in-demand specialties are turbine engine overhaul, heavy airframe maintenance, and NDT inspection. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Hard Requirements
- Four-year ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Engineering with strong academic credentials.
- Two-year Associates Degree in Electric Utility Substation & Relay Technology.
- Protection & Control (P&C) and/or Automation & Integration (A&I) focused.
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer in Training (EIT) status, requires successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- Two years of industry-related experience in electric power system protection and control, substation equipment, substation safety, and testing.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License.
- AutoCAD or MicroStation experience.
- Experience in electric power system design, studies, and protective relay applications.
- Experience with ABB, Beckwith, GE, SEL, Siemens, and other relay manufacturers.
- Experience with test equipment and software.
- Willing to travel a minimum of 50% per year.
Job Description
Power Relaying Solutions, PLLC (PRS) is an engineering services company looking for a dedicated and motivated Electrical Engineer with experience in the electric power industry. Our company’s services include protection and control design, protective relay settings development, automation and integration solutions, testing and commissioning, and training. We encourage any individual who is a self-starter, driven, and willing to be challenged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Configure and test microprocessor-based protective relays for electric power generation, transmission lines, substations, distribution networks, and industrial power systems.
- Functionally test and commission protection and control devices at customer facilities.
- Program and test substation HMIs, automation controllers, remote terminal units (RTUs), gateways, Ethernet network equipment, and serial communications.
- Develop detailed test plans and reports for projects.
- Support Project Managers in the company to ensure quality deliverables on projects.
- Follow company T&C processes and provide feedback.
- Complete assigned work within agreed-upon scope, schedule, and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
- Collaborate with other team members as you work towards a common goal.
- Develop solutions for event collection and synchrophasor data.
- Complete any project-related documentation.
- Develop training material.
Abilities/Skills
Applicants should have and be able to demonstrate the following skills:
- Exhibit solid written, verbal, and analytical skills.
- Display strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to work overtime (if required).
- Exude independence and a sense of ownership in work completed.
- Project professionalism, maturity, and an ability to work/thrive in a team environment.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- And More
Work Details
Location: Remote (New York). Work requires travel to PRS customer facilities along the east coast.
PRS home office located in Charlotte, NC.
Work Authorization: Permanent work authorization in the U.S. is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $80.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Protection & Control (P&C): 1 year (Preferred)
- Automation & Integration (A&I): 1 year (Preferred)
- Power System Industry: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Hard Requirements
- Four-year ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Computer Engineering with strong academic credentials.
- Two-year Associates Degree in Electric Utility Substation & Relay Technology.
- Protection & Control (P&C) and/or Automation & Integration (A&I) focused.
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer in Training (EIT) status, requires successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
- Two years of industry-related experience in electric power system protection and control, substation equipment, substation safety, and testing.
- Professional Engineer (PE) License.
- AutoCAD or MicroStation experience.
- Experience in electric power system design, studies, and protective relay applications.
- Experience with ABB, Beckwith, GE, SEL, Siemens, and other relay manufacturers.
- Experience with test equipment and software.
- Willing to travel a minimum of 50% per year.
Job Description
Power Relaying Solutions, PLLC (PRS) is an engineering services company looking for a dedicated and motivated Electrical Engineer with experience in the electric power industry. Our company’s services include protection and control design, protective relay settings development, automation and integration solutions, testing and commissioning, and training. We encourage any individual who is a self-starter, driven, and willing to be challenged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Configure and test microprocessor-based protective relays for electric power generation, transmission lines, substations, distribution networks, and industrial power systems.
- Functionally test and commission protection and control devices at customer facilities.
- Program and test substation HMIs, automation controllers, remote terminal units (RTUs), gateways, Ethernet network equipment, and serial communications.
- Develop detailed test plans and reports for projects.
- Support Project Managers in the company to ensure quality deliverables on projects.
- Follow company T&C processes and provide feedback.
- Complete assigned work within agreed-upon scope, schedule, and budget to a high level of quality and safety.
- Collaborate with other team members as you work towards a common goal.
- Develop solutions for event collection and synchrophasor data.
- Complete any project-related documentation.
- Develop training material.
Abilities/Skills
Applicants should have and be able to demonstrate the following skills:
- Exhibit solid written, verbal, and analytical skills.
- Display strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to work overtime (if required).
- Exude independence and a sense of ownership in work completed.
- Project professionalism, maturity, and an ability to work/thrive in a team environment.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- And More
Work Details
Location: Remote (New York). Work requires travel to PRS customer facilities along the east coast.
PRS home office located in Charlotte, NC.
Work Authorization: Permanent work authorization in the U.S. is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40.00 - $80.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Protection & Control (P&C): 1 year (Preferred)
- Automation & Integration (A&I): 1 year (Preferred)
- Power System Industry: 1 year (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Required)
Work Location: On the road
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in A&P mechanic jobs across New York.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate required for all mechanic roles
- Minimum two years of hands-on maintenance experience on commercial or regional aircraft
- Proficiency with FAA-approved maintenance manuals and aircraft logbook documentation
- Experience with turbine engine inspection, removal, and installation procedures
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid airport security badge at a New York facility
- Familiarity with aviation maintenance software such as AMOS, TRAX, or comparable systems
A&P Mechanic Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a a&p mechanic in New York?
You earn an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate, which is the federal credential required to work as an a&p mechanic anywhere in the United States, including New York. New York has no separate state license for the role. You qualify by completing an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School, such as programs offered at Vaughn College of Aeronautics in Queens or SUNY Canton, then passing the FAA written, oral, and practical exams.
Which companies hire a&p mechanics in New York?
New York a&p mechanic roles are posted by NYU Langone Health, JPMorganChase, and Estes Express Lines and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's major commercial airports and active MRO facilities at JFK and LaGuardia generate consistent openings across carriers, ground support contractors, and repair stations throughout the year.
Which New York cities have the most a&p mechanic jobs?
Patchogue, Brooklyn, and New York lead New York for a&p mechanic openings, driven by the concentration of commercial air traffic and major MRO operations anchored at JFK, LaGuardia, and regional airports serving the greater metro area. Smaller markets in upstate New York like Albany and Buffalo also generate openings tied to regional carriers and corporate aviation facilities.
Are there remote a&p mechanic jobs in New York?
Yes, but they are rare. The hands-on nature of aircraft maintenance means the overwhelming majority of a&p mechanic work requires a physical presence at the aircraft, hangar, or repair station. About 100% of a&p mechanic openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve technical documentation, quality assurance review, or remote technical support rather than hands-on maintenance.
How can I get hired as a a&p mechanic in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to line maintenance or hangar helper roles at New York-area repair stations and carriers while your FAA certificate is new. JetBlue and regional operators at JFK and LaGuardia regularly bring on newly certificated mechanics for entry-level line positions. Vaughn College of Aeronautics maintains employer relationships that connect recent graduates to New York MRO and airline partners. Holding both airframe and powerplant ratings and any avionics or NDT coursework gives candidates a clear edge over single-certificate applicants.
Where can I find and apply to a&p mechanic jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to a&p mechanic jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your certificate ratings, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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