A&P Technician Jobs

A&P Technician jobs are open across commercial airlines, MRO facilities, corporate aviation, and the military, covering specializations in airframe repair, powerplant maintenance, and avionics support, from entry-level line technician to lead inspector and quality control roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles360+
Top stateTexas
Top employerTextron Aviation
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type91% On-site
Top industryAutomotive

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Service Team Supervisor A&P
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Service Team Supervisor A&P
Gulfstream Aerospace
Mesa, Arizona
Customer Service
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Senior A&P Mechanic
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Senior A&P Mechanic
PHI Air Medical
Virginia
Aviation Operations
Driving
Logistics & Fleet Management
High school diploma or GED

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Aircraft Mechanic (A&P)
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Aircraft Mechanic (A&P)
SimpliFly Flight School
Mesa, Arizona
Aviation Operations
Driving
Logistics & Fleet Management
$25 - $35/hr
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Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)
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Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)
Estes Express Lines
Stafford, Virginia
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity Operations
Security & Protective Services
$37.25 - $39.75/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)
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Local P&D Driver (Class A - Fully Endorsed)
Estes Express Lines
San Jose, California
Driving
Logistics & Fleet Management
Warehouse Logistics
$41.15 - $43.15/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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A&P Technician Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Textron Aviation21
  • Estes Express Lines19
  • PHI Air Medical18
  • Advanced Innovative Solutions14
  • Gulfstream Aerospace10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Automotive
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Airlines
  • Energy

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in A&P technician jobs.

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate required by all employers
  • 2 or more years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience preferred
  • Proficiency reading and applying aircraft maintenance manuals and service bulletins
  • Experience with specific airframes such as Boeing 737, 757, or Airbus A320 family
  • Familiarity with computerized maintenance tracking and recordkeeping systems
  • Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate required or preferred for senior and lead roles

Tips for Your A&P Technician Job Search

List every aircraft type you've worked on

Hiring managers scan resumes for specific airframes, so list every aircraft you've maintained, from regional turboprops to widebody jets. Include the exact model designations, not just manufacturers. That specificity is what gets you past the initial screen.

Highlight your inspection authorization status

If you hold an IA, put it near the top of your resume alongside your A&P certificate. Many postings require or strongly prefer it, and burying it in a credentials section at the bottom means recruiters may miss it entirely.

Target postings by maintenance environment

Line maintenance, heavy checks, and corporate flight departments demand very different daily skills. Filter your search by environment before applying, then tailor your resume to reflect the specific tasks each environment prioritizes, whether that's AOG response or scheduled C-check work.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists a&p technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare for practical and oral technical interviews

Many a&p technician interviews include hands-on assessments or oral questions about FAA regulations, maintenance manuals, and logbook sign-offs. Review Part 43 requirements and be ready to walk through a maintenance write-up or describe how you'd resolve a specific discrepancy from a squawk sheet.

Negotiate shift differential and overtime into your offer

Base pay is rarely the full picture in aviation maintenance. Night shifts, weekend rotations, and mandatory overtime are common, and shift differentials can significantly change your take-home. Ask about typical weekly hours and differential rates before accepting any offer.

A&P Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most a&p technicians?

The most active employers for a&p technicians right now are Textron Aviation, Estes Express Lines, and PHI Air Medical, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. MRO providers, regional carriers, and corporate flight departments consistently post the highest volumes of openings.

How many a&p technician jobs are remote?

About 9% of a&p technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of aircraft maintenance work. The roles most likely to offer any remote flexibility are technical writer positions, warranty administration, and quality assurance auditing within aviation organizations.

How do you become an a&p technician?

To become an a&p technician, you must earn your FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate by completing an FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician school or accumulating the required hands-on experience, then passing written, oral, and practical tests for each certificate. Most technicians complete an accredited program at a community college or trade school with an aviation maintenance curriculum, then build airframe-specific experience on the job after certification.

Can I get hired as an a&p technician with little experience?

Yes, entry-level a&p technician roles exist, particularly at MRO shops and regional carriers that run structured new-hire programs. Employers focus heavily on your FAA certificate and your ability to follow maintenance manuals correctly. Demonstrating familiarity with specific airframes from school training, military service, or even general aviation work at a fixed-base operator can offset limited commercial experience.

What does the a&p technician interview process look like?

The a&p technician interview typically begins with a phone or video screen focused on your certificate, airframe experience, and availability for shift work. A site visit usually follows, often including a facility tour, a technical conversation with a lead technician or quality control supervisor, and sometimes a hands-on task or troubleshooting scenario. References from previous maintenance supervisors are almost always checked before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to a&p technician jobs?

You can find and apply to a&p technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your certificate, airframe experience, and preferred work environment, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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