Entry Level Aircraft Mechanic Jobs
New grad aircraft mechanic jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on technical portfolio can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Airlines, and Technology & Software, with employers like Lockheed Martin, AIR TRANSPORT INTERNATIONAL, and Halliburton hiring at this level now.
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Port City Air (PCA) is located on Pease in Portsmouth, NH. A full service 24/7 fixed base operator (FBO) and multi-faceted aviation services company which offers a variety of services for many different size aircrafts such as maintenance, fueling, cleaning and more!
POSITION SCOPE
The A&P Jet Aircraft Mechanic provides support for customer jet aircraft, including locally based corporate aircraft, transient aircraft, and PSM commercial service aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a background in performing maintenance on various models of corporate aircraft (Bombardier, Falcon, Hawker, Gulfstream, Citation, Embraer, etc.) with knowledge of aircraft systems and a demonstrated proficiency working with FAA regulations and Repair Station Manual compliance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform inspections, troubleshoot, and repair discrepancies on airframe, engines, and related systems.
- Support the PCA Mobile Repair Team on AOG events as required.
- Promote safety throughout organization.
- Report safety deficiencies and production inefficiencies to senior management.
- Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- 2-5 years of turbine aircraft maintenance experience preferred
- A&P Certification required
- The ability to clearly communicate in the English language (written and verbal)
- Experience working Part 145, 135, AOG preferred
- Basic computer skills and experience with electronic manuals
- Experience with Corridor Software preferred
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to complete assigned work with minimal supervision
- Completion of factory schools for relevant aircraft preferred
- Must pass the FAA and Homeland Security background checks as well as complete a pre-employment drug screening.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform work on ladders or work stands.
- Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
- Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools.
- Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
- Must have necessary hearing ability to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.
BENEFITS For FT Employees
- 8 paid holidays
- Anthem medical (includes vision)
- HSA
- 401k after 90 days of employment, up to 3% company match
- $15,000 company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability coverage
- 80 hours paid vacation, accrued weekly at 1.53 hours per week
- Up to 56 hours of sick time. One (1) hour of sick time to be accrued every thirty (30) hours worked.
Port City Air, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. For more information visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Darlene Skiotis at dskiotis@portcityair.com.
Port City Air (PCA) is located on Pease in Portsmouth, NH. A full service 24/7 fixed base operator (FBO) and multi-faceted aviation services company which offers a variety of services for many different size aircrafts such as maintenance, fueling, cleaning and more!
POSITION SCOPE
The A&P Jet Aircraft Mechanic provides support for customer jet aircraft, including locally based corporate aircraft, transient aircraft, and PSM commercial service aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a background in performing maintenance on various models of corporate aircraft (Bombardier, Falcon, Hawker, Gulfstream, Citation, Embraer, etc.) with knowledge of aircraft systems and a demonstrated proficiency working with FAA regulations and Repair Station Manual compliance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform inspections, troubleshoot, and repair discrepancies on airframe, engines, and related systems.
- Support the PCA Mobile Repair Team on AOG events as required.
- Promote safety throughout organization.
- Report safety deficiencies and production inefficiencies to senior management.
- Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- 2-5 years of turbine aircraft maintenance experience preferred
- A&P Certification required
- The ability to clearly communicate in the English language (written and verbal)
- Experience working Part 145, 135, AOG preferred
- Basic computer skills and experience with electronic manuals
- Experience with Corridor Software preferred
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to complete assigned work with minimal supervision
- Completion of factory schools for relevant aircraft preferred
- Must pass the FAA and Homeland Security background checks as well as complete a pre-employment drug screening.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform work on ladders or work stands.
- Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
- Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools.
- Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
- Must have necessary hearing ability to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.
BENEFITS For FT Employees
- 8 paid holidays
- Anthem medical (includes vision)
- HSA
- 401k after 90 days of employment, up to 3% company match
- $15,000 company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability coverage
- 80 hours paid vacation, accrued weekly at 1.53 hours per week
- Up to 56 hours of sick time. One (1) hour of sick time to be accrued every thirty (30) hours worked.
Port City Air, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. For more information visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Darlene Skiotis at dskiotis@portcityair.com.
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Entry Level Aircraft Mechanic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level aircraft mechanic job?
Start by earning your FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate, which most employers require even at the entry level. Hands-on experience from an aviation maintenance program, a military background, or an internship at a repair station strengthens your application significantly. Highlighting specific aircraft types you have worked on and any inspection sign-off experience gives hiring managers a concrete reason to call you first.
Which companies hire entry level aircraft mechanics?
Companies hiring entry level aircraft mechanics right now include Lockheed Martin, AIR TRANSPORT INTERNATIONAL, and Halliburton, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from commercial airlines, regional carriers, MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) facilities, and charter operators that bring in junior mechanics to work alongside licensed senior staff.
Are there remote entry level aircraft mechanic jobs?
Yes, though the vast majority of aircraft mechanic work is hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of entry level aircraft mechanic openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve inspection coordination, technical documentation, or quality assurance support rather than direct maintenance work on aircraft.
Are these new grad aircraft mechanic jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior aircraft mechanic roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts an aviation maintenance school credential in place of work history, or states that internship hours or apprenticeship time counts toward the requirement. If a listing mentions on-the-job training or mentorship, it is almost always open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level aircraft mechanics?
Entry Level aircraft mechanic roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Airlines, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate large, active fleets that require continuous maintenance and benefit from bringing junior mechanics in early to build familiarity with their specific aircraft and maintenance systems.