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$28 - $40/hr

As one of our Aircraft Mechanics, you'll work both independently and as a team collaborating on various projects and performing the following tasks: * Performing high quality inspections, including ...

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Work independently while managing workflow and changing priorities. * Ensure compliance with FAA Title 14 Parts 43 and 91. Requirements for the A&P Aircraft Mechanic: * FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor aircraft mechanic in the United States is $32.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.64 and $36.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Independent Contractor Aircraft Mechanic is a self-employed professional who inspects, repairs, and maintains aircraft for various clients, such as private owners, corporate fleets, or aviation companies. Unlike traditional employees, they work on a contract basis, setting their own schedules and rates. They must have proper certifications, such as an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license, and provide their own tools and liability insurance. This role offers flexibility and higher earning potential but requires business management skills to secure contracts and stay compliant with industry regulations.

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To thrive as an Independent Contractor Aircraft Mechanic, you need a thorough understanding of aircraft systems, mechanical troubleshooting, and FAA regulations, typically supported by an Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification. Proficiency with diagnostic tools, maintenance tracking software, and up-to-date technical manuals is essential. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with clients and other aviation professionals are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure safe, compliant, and efficient maintenance work while fostering client trust and supporting contract-based employment.

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As an Independent Contractor Aircraft Mechanic, work arrangements can vary from short-term assignments to ongoing contracts with private owners, charter operators, or maintenance facilities. You are generally expected to provide your own tools, manage your schedule, and uphold high standards of safety and regulatory compliance. Clients typically expect timely repairs, accurate documentation, and clear communication regarding maintenance needs and progress. This role offers flexibility and variety but requires self-motivation, reliability, and the ability to work independently or as part of a client's team as needed. Staying organized and maintaining professional relationships are essential to securing repeat business and building a successful contracting career.

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Aircraft Mechanic II (Avionics)

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Mcbh Kaneohe Bay, HI

$29.25 - $38.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic II (Avionics)

Job Location: Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii VMGR-153

Task Description:

Aircraft Mechanic II (23022): Aircraft Mechanics II must have a combination of experience to repair engines, sheet metal, and structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty, required to meet the assigned missions. Additionally provides input to Maintenance Engineering Changes (MEC), Estimated Cost of Damage preparation (ECOD) and assist in the recommendation of changes to (MWO). Individuals must be able to prioritize workloads and are required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks. Mechanic IIs can inspect Mechanic IIs and Is. This mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components, applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures' manuals. Must have a thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts, requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair, must have basic knowledge of electrical theory, must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers. This job requires working knowledge of technical publications. The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects. May require specialization in sheet-metal, electric work, avionics or other aircraft systems related disciplines. An Aircraft Mechanic II shall be the equivalent of a Marine Corps Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative.

Additional required skills for corrosion control personnel:

  • Respirator fit qualified
  • Aircraft Corrosion Control (N-701-0013) certification.
  • Aircraft tow qualifications or equivalent
  • Experience with aircraft avionics maintenance

Mechanic II Functions: The Contractor Aircraft Mechanic II, in addition to the specified corrosion functions and tasks, shall be trained and qualified as Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives (CDQAR) in accordance with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program 4790 and all local and command requirements. The Contractors qualified as Mechanic IIs shall serve within work centers 120 (Airframes), 200 (Avionics), and 300 (Powerline). They shall be responsible for performing maintenance in their respective qualifications as a Mechanic II CDQAR.

Skill and Knowledge: Shall have the ability to troubleshoot malfunctions in various aircraft systems and be able to perform general Organizational Level maintenance and possess one or more of the specialties of the assigned aircraft below:

Avionics/Electrical Systems and related Sub-Systems, and Aircraft Logs and Records Administration

  • Must be knowledgeable of technical directives, NAMP programs, and shall be knowledgeable of and understand basic supply procedures.
  • Aircraft Mechanic II shall have experience writing with clarity and technical accuracy, and exhibit leadership and ensure adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.
  • Possess a high degree of expertise in the control and coordination of aircraft maintenance.
  • Thorough working knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals and publications.
  • Thorough working knowledge of aircraft maintenance records.
  • Working understanding of the aircraft and aircraft systems

Responsibility: Performs requirements in accordance with the procedures established in the PWS. Performs diagnosis and corrective actions, disassembles, inspects, evaluates, and accomplishes necessary repairs, lays out work according to technical instructions and technical directives. Determines what repairs, modifications, and part replacements are required. May be required to verify work performed by another for which he/she is qualified to perform.

Task Requirements:

  • Aircraft Organizational Level (O-Level) Maintenance Support, General Aircraft Maintenance, Corrosion Prevention, Detection, and Abatement/Repair as required for KC-130J aircraft
  • Maintain assigned aircraft/aeronautical equipment in a manner that meets or exceeds the requirements of the CNAFINST 4790.2 (series) programs IAW the Performance Work Statement (PWS)
  • Scheduled and unscheduled Organizational (O-Level) Maintenance Support
  • Maintenance Control planning and management
  • Aircraft maintenance action documentation via records, forms, and electronic means
  • Support Equipment operations and inspections
  • Aircraft inspections
  • Aircraft Movement
  • Corrosion Control/Aircraft Painting
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preservation and de-preservation
  • General aircraft maintenance
  • Technical Directive compliance and modifications
  • Initiate and Complete Maintenance Action Forms via Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity (OOMA) or hard copy.
  • Perform duties as Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) for Avionics Systems.
  • Vibration Analysis Operator / Interpreter
  • Tire and Wheel
  • Hydraulic Contamination
  • APU operations
  • Perform general housekeeping and organization of workstation(s), shop(s), maintenance facility to provide a clean, safe, and FOD free environment
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10 years or more of Organizational level maintenance
  • 5 years or more maintenance experience on KC-130J aircraft
  • NALCOMIS OOMA Familiarization/Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Management Course (Course D/E-555-0053 OR A COMBINATION OF NALCOMIS OOMA Familiarization Course (Course D/E-555-0054) and Naval Aviation Maintenance Control Course (Course D/E-555-0040)
  • Previously Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) for Avionics Systems
  • Previously Safe For Flight certified
  • Qualified as Vibration Analysis Operator/Interpreter
  • Tire and Wheel certified
  • Hydraulic Contamination
  • APU Operator
  • Aircraft Tow qualifications as wing walker, Tow Supervisor, and driver
  • Aircraft paint and final finish
  • Aircraft Corrosion Control (N-701-0013) certification

Basic Qualifications:

  • Aircraft Mechanic II shall have a minimum of three years aircraft maintenance experience
  • Previously Collateral Duty Inspector on avionics systems
  • Must be eligible for Common Access Card (CAC)
  • Avionics System Technicians must have Secret Clearance
  • Must be deployable to locations Outside Continental U.S. (OCONUS)

Compensation

$45.10/hour

Other Compensation

Employees receive a health and welfare benefit of $7.75 per hour paid up to 40 hours per week.

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI's 401k plan. Employees accrue 4.30 hours of PTO Bi-Weekly. KAI employees at VMGR-153 have 11 paid holidays.

Employment is contingent on a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed.

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