Mid Level Aircraft Maintenance Technician Jobs
Mid level aircraft maintenance technician jobs go to technicians ready to own complex inspections end to end, troubleshoot without constant supervision, and guide less experienced team members through procedures. Roles are predominantly on-site across Aerospace & Defense, Airlines, and Manufacturing, with employers like Bombardier, Amazon, and Viasat hiring at this level now.
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Intro
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
Why you'll love this job
- This job is a member of the Base Maintenance Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
Responsible for supervising a team of Crew Chiefs and mechanics as a key member of the dynamic and fast-paced American Airlines Maintenance organization.
What you'll do
- Leads by example, coaches our team members to success and builds trustworthy relationships
- Manages the daily Production requirements through subordinates
- Ensures team members are following procedures in order to ensure maximum efficiency, compliance and safety
- Leads staff to ensure team member's skills are utilized to the highest degree possible; leads coordination with Maintenance Training to ensure on-going enhancement of staff and skill set
- Conducts regular meetings with Business Reviews and Boardwalks to ensure best possible communication, identification, and resolution of action items
- Monitors the coordination of maintenance manpower requirements overtime and consistency with program scheduling and priorities
- Maintains effective communication between Maintenance, Engineering, Facilities Maintenance and other Supply Chain groups
- Ensures team members know, understand and are engaged in achieving critical Metrics and key performance indicators
- Executes manpower deployment and shift production requirements
All you'll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency
- 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate
- Must pass FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
- Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
- 1 year leadership experience supervising production operation in an area related to heavy/shop maintenance
- Experience supervising and/or leading workgroups
Skills, Licenses & Certifications
- A&P License
- Strong working knowledge of the GPM and SPPM
- Understanding of Airline/Technical operations
- Knowledge of audit requirements
- Knowledge of labor reporting and crew utilization
- Strong interpersonal and PC skills
- Ability to concurrently manage multiple areas of responsibility.
- Excellent analytical, organization and planning skills
- Must pass a background reference check and criminal fingerprint check
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Ability to work effectively with all levels of team members
What you'll get
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Feel free to be yourself at American
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
Intro
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
Why you'll love this job
- This job is a member of the Base Maintenance Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
Responsible for supervising a team of Crew Chiefs and mechanics as a key member of the dynamic and fast-paced American Airlines Maintenance organization.
What you'll do
- Leads by example, coaches our team members to success and builds trustworthy relationships
- Manages the daily Production requirements through subordinates
- Ensures team members are following procedures in order to ensure maximum efficiency, compliance and safety
- Leads staff to ensure team member's skills are utilized to the highest degree possible; leads coordination with Maintenance Training to ensure on-going enhancement of staff and skill set
- Conducts regular meetings with Business Reviews and Boardwalks to ensure best possible communication, identification, and resolution of action items
- Monitors the coordination of maintenance manpower requirements overtime and consistency with program scheduling and priorities
- Maintains effective communication between Maintenance, Engineering, Facilities Maintenance and other Supply Chain groups
- Ensures team members know, understand and are engaged in achieving critical Metrics and key performance indicators
- Executes manpower deployment and shift production requirements
All you'll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency
- 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate
- Must pass FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
- Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable
Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
- 1 year leadership experience supervising production operation in an area related to heavy/shop maintenance
- Experience supervising and/or leading workgroups
Skills, Licenses & Certifications
- A&P License
- Strong working knowledge of the GPM and SPPM
- Understanding of Airline/Technical operations
- Knowledge of audit requirements
- Knowledge of labor reporting and crew utilization
- Strong interpersonal and PC skills
- Ability to concurrently manage multiple areas of responsibility.
- Excellent analytical, organization and planning skills
- Must pass a background reference check and criminal fingerprint check
-
Ability to work effectively with all levels of team members
What you'll get
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Feel free to be yourself at American
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Team Member Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
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Mid Level Aircraft Maintenance Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level aircraft maintenance technician job?
Position your experience around independent troubleshooting, completed maintenance cycles you owned, and any certifications like an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license. Tailor your application to highlight specific aircraft types you've worked on, inspection tasks you've signed off, and situations where you resolved issues with minimal oversight. Employers at this level want evidence of reliability and technical judgment, not just task completion.
Which companies hire mid level aircraft maintenance technicians?
Companies hiring mid level aircraft maintenance technicians right now include Bombardier, Amazon, and Viasat, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from commercial airlines, regional carriers, MRO providers, and defense contractors who need technicians capable of handling complex maintenance independently.
Are there remote mid level aircraft maintenance technician jobs?
Yes, though options are limited given the hands-on nature of the work. About 0% of mid level aircraft maintenance technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be in technical documentation, quality assurance review, or maintenance planning rather than direct aircraft work. Most openings remain on-site at hangars, MRO facilities, or airport maintenance bases.
How do I move up to a mid level aircraft maintenance technician role?
Moving from entry level to mid level means deepening your specialization on specific aircraft systems or airframes, earning your FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate if you haven't already, and building a record of completing inspections independently. Taking ownership of full maintenance tasks rather than assisting, logging diverse aircraft types, and demonstrating that you can identify and resolve issues without escalating every decision signals readiness for mid level responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most mid level aircraft maintenance technicians?
Mid Level aircraft maintenance technician roles concentrate in Aerospace & Defense, Airlines, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large fleets or high-volume maintenance schedules that require technicians who can work independently and keep aircraft airworthy with minimal turnaround delays.