A&P Mechanic - Piston/Turboprop

Yingling Aviation Inc • Wichita, KS

11d • $32 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

Yingling Aviation is hiring A&P mechanics at all experience levels to maintain, inspect, troubleshoot and repair piston and turboprop aircraft, including aircraft from Cessna, Beechcraft, Epic and other manufacturers. The department serves aircraft owners and operators nationwide. Starting grade and hourly rate are determined by verified aircraft maintenance experience, with a published pay scale and written advancement objectives.

The role involves performing work under FAA regulations, manufacturer manuals and company procedures. Quality Assurance inspects work and issues inspection and return-to-service approval under the repair station certificate. Mechanics document work and time in Corridor, complete assigned work within estimated labor hours, attend company and OEM training, and coordinate with Quality Assurance, Planning, Engineering, Parts and crew leads. Senior-grade responsibilities can include advanced troubleshooting, engine runs, special projects and modifications, managing inspection events, and mentoring junior mechanics.

The position is full-time, on-site in Wichita, Kansas, on the first shift, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The posted hourly range is $32.00–$57.00; published grade rates run from $32.00 to $48.00, with the higher range reflecting experience, lead pay and shift differential. Overtime is paid at time and a half. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered to A&P mechanics and A&P leads.

Requirements

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• Working knowledge of the FARs governing maintenance, including Part 145 repair stations.
• Ability to use maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, task cards and maintenance tracking systems.
• For placement at Grade 2 (Journeyman) and above, hands-on experience with piston engines and PT6A and/or Garrett TPE331 turboprop engines is required.
• Careful, complete documentation habits and a clean safety record.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality and shift discipline.
• Ability to work without management supervision, make sound decisions, manage time and complete work correctly and on time.
• Ability to read and speak English and communicate effectively with other personnel.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form; and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Basic computer aptitude.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid driver’s license.
• Must own and maintain basic hand tools.
• Must meet Airport Authority requirements to receive a badge, with no ramp restrictions.
• Must meet the stated drug-testing condition of employment, except where prohibited by state law.

Nice To Haves

• Recent A&P school graduates are encouraged to apply; aircraft maintenance experience is not required for entry but determines starting grade.
• Experience with piston engines and PT6A and/or Garrett TPE331 turboprop engines is a plus for roles below Grade 2.
• Experience with Corridor, ATP or Textron One View.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspections, repairs, modifications and operational checks on piston and turboprop aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer manuals and company procedures.
• Troubleshoot aircraft systems and resolve discrepancies to their root cause.
• Perform work to Quality Assurance standards; inspection and return-to-service approval are issued by QA under the repair station certificate.
• Prepare accurate, legible and complete maintenance records before inspection, and record time and work performed in Corridor.
• Complete assigned tasks within estimated labor hours while maintaining quality standards.
• Complete company and OEM training on maintained aircraft models.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance, Planning, Engineering and Parts, and update the crew lead on status, delays and discovered work.
• Conduct pre- and post-flight inspections, perform routine maintenance checks to approved data, and service oxygen, nitrogen and air-conditioning systems.
• Inspect, service and repair fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic and environmental control systems, and maintain landing gear, brakes, wheels and tires.
• Check and adjust control cable tensions, install and rig flight controls, troubleshoot electrical and avionics malfunctions, and perform battery capacity checks.
• At senior grades, perform advanced troubleshooting, engine runs, special projects and modifications; own inspection events end to end; and train and mentor junior mechanics.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off.
• Investment in training, including courses such as FlightSafety (FSI).
• Professional growth and development opportunities on a published pay ladder.
• Supportive team culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Shift differential where applicable: $2.00 per hour on second shift and $3.00 per hour on seventh shift; seventh shift works 36 hours and is paid for 40.
• $2,500 sign-on bonus for A&P mechanics and A&P leads.
• Overtime at time and a half.

What This Job Offers

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