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STi is a private aerospace engineering and aircraft maintenance contractor, founded in 1985, looking to fill positions for an upcoming long-term contract with the DoD. The contract is long-term and ...

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Aircraft Maintenance Technician I

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$31 - $40.25/hr

The Aircraft Maintenance Technician I performs inspections, repairs, and maintenance on a new fleet ... EVerify As a Federal Contractor, CAE participates in EVerify to confirm eligibility to work in the ...

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How much do aircraft maintenance contractor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for aircraft maintenance contractor in the United States is $94,798.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Aircraft Maintenance Contractor vs Aircraft Maintenance Technician?

AspectAircraft Maintenance ContractorAircraft Maintenance Technician
CredentialsCertifications vary; often requires contractor licenses and specific aircraft maintenance certificationsTypically holds FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification
Work EnvironmentWorks on multiple aircraft types, often at airports or maintenance facilities, providing services to airlines or operatorsPerforms maintenance, repairs, and inspections directly on aircraft, usually at hangars or maintenance stations
Employer & Industry UsageHired by airlines, maintenance companies, or aircraft owners as an independent or contracted service providerEmployed by airlines, maintenance shops, or repair stations as in-house or contracted technicians

In summary, an Aircraft Maintenance Contractor provides specialized maintenance services on a contractual basis, often working across various aircraft and locations, while an Aircraft Maintenance Technician performs hands-on maintenance and repairs as part of an employer’s staff. Both roles require relevant certifications but differ mainly in employment structure and scope of work.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Maintenance Contractor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,798 per year, or $45.6 per hour.

Aircraft Maintenance and Repair

Trumbull, CT • On-site

TAD PGS, Inc
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about TAD PGS, Incexternal

$21/hr

Contractor

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

We have an outstanding Contract position for an Aircraft Maintenance and Repair to join a leading Company located in the Trumbull, CT surrounding area.

Pay Rate: $21.00 Hourly

Job Responsibilities:  
  • Able to create and complete jobs in maintenance data collection systems. 
  • Will adhere to all technical orders, fault isolation manuals, ground operating procedures and local operational instructions, depot-level maintenance, servicing, and cannibalization process. 
  • Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all landing gear, flight controls hydraulic systems and components on the aircraft at the organizational level of maintenance. 
  • Responsible for all maintenance performed on the assigned component. 
  • Candidates must be willing and able to participate in all set-up activities, assist with receiving and storing supplies and support equipment.

Basic Hiring Criteria:  
  • A&P license heavily preferred; otherwise will accept candidates with aircraft maintenance experience.
 
 Benefits offered vary by contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, and affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled 

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.tadpgs.com/candidate-privacy/ or https://pdsdefense.com/candidate-privacy/

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance