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FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic - CLE

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$28 - $36.50/hr

FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and ...

FEAM Aero

Part - Time Aircraft Mechanic - PHX

Phoenix, AZ

$28.50 - $37.50/hr

FEAM leads the line maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft to include B787 and ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic - CLE

Cleveland, OH

$28 - $36.50/hr

FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic - CLE

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$28 - $36.50/hr

FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic P/T - CLE

Cleveland, OH

$28 - $36.50/hr

FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and ...

STS Technical Services

A&P Mechanics

Boston, MA · On-site

$33 - $44/hr

Position Overview The A&P Mechanic supports aircraft line maintenance activities in a fast-paced operational environment. This position works closely with airline partners, flight crews, and ...

Horizon Air

Director Line Maintenance

Portland, OR · On-site

$173K - $268K/yr

Role Summary The Director Line Maintenance sets the long-term strategy and oversees the financial ... Ensure all personnel assigned to perform maintenance on Horizon aircraft, engines and components ...

STS Technical Services

A&P Mechanics

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$28 - $35/hr

STS Line Maintenance is hiring A&P Mechanics in Tucson, Arizona. Position Summary: Looking for highly motivated Aircraft Maintenance Professionals, to help us grow our Line Maintenance station in ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic-CVG

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$27.50 - $36.25/hr

FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft Boeing Wide Bodied ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic-CVG

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$27.50 - $36.25/hr

FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft Boeing Wide Bodied ...

STS Technical Services

A&P Mechanics

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$32 - $40/hr

STS Line Maintenance is hiring A&P Mechanics in Phoenix, Arizona . We are looking for highly motivated aircraft maintenance professionals to help grow our line maintenance station in Phoenix and take ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic - JFK

New York, NY · On-site

$45/hr

FEAM leads the line maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and ...

FEAM Aero

A&P Aircraft Mechanic - JFK

New York, NY · On-site

$45/hr

FEAM leads the line maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and ...

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How much do aircraft line maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft line maintenance in the United States is $20.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Aircraft Line Maintenance position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Aircraft Line Maintenance, you need strong mechanical aptitude, knowledge of aviation systems, and often an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or equivalent certification. Familiarity with technical manuals, diagnostic tools, and computerized maintenance systems like AMOS or TRAX is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are standout soft skills for this position. These abilities are crucial for ensuring aircraft safety, rapid turnaround times, and maintaining seamless operations within a fast-paced airport environment.

What does a typical shift look like for someone working in Aircraft Line Maintenance?

A typical shift in Aircraft Line Maintenance is often fast-paced and may take place during irregular hours, including nights, weekends, or holidays, to match flight schedules. You’ll be responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, and performing routine maintenance on aircraft between flights, sometimes in varying weather conditions on the tarmac. This role often requires close collaboration with flight crews, dispatchers, and other maintenance team members to quickly resolve technical issues and ensure timely departures. Shifts can be physically demanding, and adaptability is key, but the work is highly rewarding for those passionate about aviation safety and keeping operations on schedule.

What is an Aircraft Line Maintenance job?

An Aircraft Line Maintenance job involves performing routine inspections, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on aircraft between flights to ensure they are airworthy and meet safety regulations. Line maintenance technicians work on the tarmac or in airport hangars, handling tasks such as refueling, checking fluid levels, replacing worn components, and addressing technical issues reported by pilots. They play a crucial role in minimizing delays and ensuring the reliability of commercial, cargo, and private aircraft. Unlike heavy maintenance, which involves extensive overhauls, line maintenance focuses on quick turnarounds to keep aircraft operational.

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A&P Aircraft Mechanic - CLE

FEAM Aero

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$28 - $36.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

FEAM TEAM CULTURE

At FEAM Aero, our team culture is the heartbeat of our success, rooted in unwavering core values that define who we are and guide everything we do.

ABOUT FEAM:

FEAM Aero is the MRO leader in Aircraft Line Maintenance Engineering in the U.S. FEAM leads the Line Maintenance industry with advanced aircraft repair capabilities, a wide line station network, and vast approvals for all current and next-generation aircraft including B787 and A350 aircraft. FEAM places special emphasis on technical training, uncompromising quality controls, and continuous improvement principles. With these effective measures in place, FEAM delivers the best in innovative technical services for all commercial aircraft operators.

Job Duties:

  • Perform Line maintenance (On-call and scheduled) work on various passenger aircraft.
  • Perform routine maintenance and airworthiness releases (within the scope of Approval) returning aircraft to service.
  • Responsible for servicing, inspecting, and maintaining aircraft, aircraft engines, and associated components; effectively performs work to meet deadlines and performance goals.
  • Troubleshoot systems; disassemble, repair, and reassemble sections and components to maintain fully functioning equipment according to Approved Technical Data provided by the customer.
  • Ensure all departing aircraft are safe per FARs and the air. carrier/manufacturer manuals and all work performed is properly documented.
  • Perform line maintenance duties, activities, and maintenance tasks as assigned.
  • Collaborate and communicate with the air carrier's maintenance control center as required.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must be able to read and write English.
  • Must pass airport security background checks and travel for work as required.
  • Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have a Current Valid Driver's License.
  • Must have a current valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant License.
  • 1 year of line maintenance experience is required.
  • A320 General Familiarization Certificate
  • Frequently be required to stand, walk, continually utilize hand, and finger dexterity, climb, balance, bend, or crawl, occasionally from heights in precarious places.
  • Frequently lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds.
  • Awareness that he/she will be working near and around moving mechanical parts, around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals, and exposure to loud noises.
  • Operate equipment and read technical information.
  • Exposure to weather conditions outside as well as non-weather conditions such as extreme heat or cold.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prefer 2 to 5 years of line maintenance experience working on Airbus 319, 320, and Airbus NEO.
  • Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Compensation and Benefits:

FEAM, in addition to a good working environment and competitive pay, it is FEAM's policy to provide a combination of supplemental benefits to all eligible FULL-TIME employees. FEAM offers Medical, Dental, and a Vision Plan. Vacation and sick time-, short- and long-term disability, accidental insurance, supplemental life, FSA (Flexible Spending Account), and Critical Illness Insurance.

Additionally, FEAM places special emphasis on technical training. FEAM is a leader in EASA Level Technical Aviation Training Globally. FEAM is one of very few U.S. MRO organizations that provides EASA 147 maintenance training.

In addition to the competitive benefits, FEAM offers -4 day and -3-day work weeks.

FEAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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