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Work on multiple helicopter models, including AW139 and other civilian platforms such as Bell, Eurocopter, Airbus, Sikorsky, and Agusta/AgustaWestland. * Use personal tools and equipment to carry out ...

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... helicopter maintenance experience * Agusta A109/A119/AW139 experience is a plus Competencies & Attributes Technical knowledge in the fields of mechanics, hydraulics, electricity, sheet metal, rigging ...

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Open to commercial helicopter OR military helicopter experience The Aircraft ... AW139 experience, ideally in a repair station environment. * Experience across Airbus / Eurocopter ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for aw139 helicopter in the United States is $96,397.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AW139 helicopter?

An AW139 Helicopter job typically involves operating, maintaining, or supporting the AW139, a twin-engine helicopter used for various missions such as offshore transport, search and rescue, emergency medical services, and law enforcement. Positions may include pilots, maintenance engineers, avionics technicians, and flight operations personnel. Responsibilities vary but often include ensuring flight safety, performing routine maintenance, and complying with aviation regulations.

What does an AW139 helicopter pilot do?

As an AW139 Helicopter Pilot, your daily tasks typically include conducting thorough pre-flight inspections, reviewing weather and flight plans, flying missions such as offshore transport, medevac, or search and rescue, and maintaining detailed flight logs. You’ll collaborate closely with co-pilots, engineers, and ground staff to coordinate safe and efficient operations. Briefings and debriefings are routine to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements. Flexibility is important, as mission priorities can change with short notice depending on operational demands. This dynamic role provides valuable hands-on experience and opportunities to advance into roles such as Flight Instructor or Chief Pilot.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an AW139 helicopter pilot?

To thrive as an AW139 Helicopter Pilot, you need extensive flight experience, a commercial helicopter pilot license, and specific AW139 type ratings or endorsements. Proficiency with avionics systems, navigation equipment, and adherence to safety protocols is essential, often requiring regular simulator training and certifications like Instrument Rating (IR). Excellent situational awareness, decision-making under pressure, and strong communication skills with crew and ground staff are vital. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient flight operations and effective collaboration in complex environments.

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Lead Civilian Helicopter Mechanic

Aerotek

Bensalem, PA

$40 - $55/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Key responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive helicopter maintenance, including heavy maintenance tasks on civilian rotary-wing aircraft.

  • Conduct detailed inspections in accordance with regulatory, manufacturer, and internal maintenance standards.

  • Interpret and read schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.


Job description

Job Title: Helicopter Mechanic

Job Description

This role focuses on performing advanced maintenance, inspections, and repairs on a variety of civilian helicopters in a Part 145 repair station environment. You will apply your extensive hands-on experience with rotary-wing aircraft, including AW139 models, to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the fleet while supporting a collaborative team of aviation professionals.

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive helicopter maintenance, including heavy maintenance tasks on civilian rotary-wing aircraft.
  • Conduct detailed inspections in accordance with regulatory, manufacturer, and internal maintenance standards.
  • Interpret and read schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance manuals to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues.
  • Troubleshoot airframe and powerplant systems, including turbine engines, to identify faults and implement effective repairs.
  • Work on multiple helicopter models, including AW139 and other civilian platforms such as Bell, Eurocopter, Airbus, Sikorsky, and Agusta/AgustaWestland.
  • Use personal tools and equipment to carry out maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks safely and efficiently.
  • Collaborate with A&P mechanics, avionics technicians, sheet metal mechanics, and composites technicians in a Part 145 repair station setting.
  • Support lead-level activities as needed, leveraging prior leadership experience to guide and coordinate maintenance efforts.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance, repair, and inspection work performed in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
  • Adhere to all safety procedures, quality standards, and repair station policies while working in the hangar environment.

Essential Skills

  • 7–10+ years of helicopter maintenance experience.
  • At least 2+ years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity within helicopter maintenance.
  • Hands-on maintenance and inspection experience with AW139 helicopters.
  • Proven ability to interpret and read schematics, technical drawings, and maintenance documentation.
  • Experience performing detailed inspections and heavy maintenance on civilian helicopters.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude in rotary-wing and turbine aircraft maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.
  • Proficiency with airframe and powerplant systems on helicopters and corporate aircraft.
  • Ability to perform repair, inspection, and troubleshooting tasks independently and as part of a team.
  • Ownership and use of a complete set of personal tools required for aircraft maintenance work.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license preferred but not required.
  • Experience in a Part 145 repair station or corporate aviation maintenance environment.
  • Experience working with multiple helicopter manufacturers, such as Agusta/AgustaWestland, Bell, Eurocopter, Airbus, and Sikorsky.
  • Familiarity with corporate aircraft maintenance practices and standards.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.
  • Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including avionics, sheet metal, and composites specialists.
  • Any additional civilian helicopter model experience is a significant plus.

Why Work Here?

You will join a dedicated repair station environment where you can work on multiple aircraft types and broaden your technical expertise. The organization offers great internal benefits, a stable first-shift schedule, and competitive compensation, supporting both professional growth and work-life balance in a collaborative hangar setting.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small hangar environment within a Part 145 repair station, working alongside A&P mechanics, avionics technicians, sheet metal mechanics, and composites technicians. You will work on multiple civilian helicopter models and corporate aircraft, using standard aircraft maintenance tools and equipment. The position is structured as a first-shift role, providing consistent daytime hours in a professional, safety-focused shop setting.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bensalem,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.


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About Aerotek

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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.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services and travel arrangement services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MD, US