A&P Mechanic III, Airframe

Standard Aero • Houston, TX

24d • Onsite

About The Position

StandardAero is hiring a Level III licensed A&P Mechanic to support heavy maintenance and inspections of mid-sized corporate aircraft at its Houston Business Aviation MRO. The mechanic will perform detailed airframe maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on aircraft platforms including Learjet, Embraer, Challenger, Gulfstream, and Falcon. The work takes place in a collaborative MRO environment emphasizing safety, precision, teamwork, and compliance with FAA, OEM, and StandardAero requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience performing heavy maintenance on turbofan-engine corporate aircraft.
• Ability to read and interpret OEM maintenance manuals and schematic diagrams.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• 7 or more years of experience in an MRO or Service Center environment.
• Factory-authorized training on Gulfstream, Falcon, Challenger, Embraer, and/or Hawker aircraft.
• Advanced troubleshooting, analytical, and technical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to work independently while supporting team goals.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on business jet airframes and systems.
• Remove and reinstall turbofan and turboprop engines for inspection and maintenance.
• Conduct operational checks, engine runs, and leak checks to verify serviceability.
• Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, landing gear, flight control, and other airframe systems.
• Evaluate removed components for serviceability, and document and resolve discrepancies.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical data.
• Perform fuel tank sealing and other specialized structural tasks as required.
• Accomplish Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives in accordance with FAA and OEM standards.
• Document work performed clearly and accurately in compliance with StandardAero procedures.
• Adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards in a professional MRO setting.

Benefits

• Relocation and sign-on bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
• Paid time off accrued starting day one.
• Quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid technical training and development opportunities.
• Growth potential within a global MRO organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED