Helicopter Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

• Pay Rate: $32.00 - $48.00/hr - Based on Hands on Aircraft Experience
• Contract to Direct Hire Opportuntiy
• Daily Per Diem for Contractors who qualify
• Medical Benefits / Paid Vacation Time / Paid Sick Time / Paid Holidays

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Helicopter Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic to perform inspections, repairs, services, and modifications to helicopter airframes and engines. The role involves moving and positioning aircraft in the hangar and on the flight line, as well as fulfilling other responsibilities to support the daily operations of a Part 145 repair station.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, repairs, services, and modifications to helicopter airframes and engines.
• Move and position aircraft in the hangar and on the flight line.
• Work overtime and travel as needed.
• Support daily operations activities of the Part 145 repair station.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of helicopter maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles as applied to aviation.
• Ability to use and interpret diagrams, blueprints, and technical publications.
• Experience performing inspections.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant Licenses preferred but not required.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team at a Part 145 Repair Station and completions facility, where you will have the opportunity to work with advanced aviation technologies and contribute to the safety and efficiency of helicopter operations.

Work Environment

Work in a Part 145 Repair Station and completions facility. No tools are required for this position, allowing you to focus on your expertise and skills in helicopter maintenance

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Philadelphia, PA.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Philadelphia,PA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.