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Aircraft Base Manager

Wilmington, OH · On-site

$74K - $89K/yr

This role leads fuel system maintenance operations, oversees technicians, and ensures all work is ... Position Overview The Base Manager is responsible for supervising aircraft fuel system maintenance ...

Aircraft Maintenance Tech

Omaha, NE · On-site

$87K - $121K/yr

Coordinate with the Base Maintenance Manager to ensure maintenance records, company reports, and return to service documents are completed and retained in each specific aircraft maintenance records ...

With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and ... The Base Supervisor will work closely with the Project Manager and the Aircraft Maintenance Program ...

Joby is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance leader with extensive experimental and R&D aircraft experience to serve as a Base Supervisor supporting the JAI30 aircraft. This role is ...

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We operate aircraft in more than 30 metropolitan areas around the country, using a fleet of Bell 206/407 series aircraft. We have an opening for a Base Maintenance Manager with 3-5 years of ...

Liaison engineering supporting heavy maintenance base operations at aircraft MRO's. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: * Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering ...

Liaison engineering supporting heavy maintenance base operations at aircraft MRO's. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: * Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering ...

Liaison engineering supporting heavy maintenance base operations at aircraft MRO's. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: * Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering ...

Liaison engineering supporting heavy maintenance base operations at aircraft MRO's. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: * Providing technical dispositions (via Engineering ...

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How much do internship aircraft base maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship aircraft base maintenance in the United States is $34.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $38.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Aircraft Base Maintenance vs Aircraft Line Maintenance?

AspectInternship Aircraft Base MaintenanceAircraft Line Maintenance
CertificationsTypically in training, may include basic certificationsRequires valid certifications like A&P license
Work EnvironmentStationary, hangar-based, focused on detailed repairsOn-the-spot, in-flight or ramp-side repairs
Job FocusLearning and assisting with major repairs and inspectionsPerforming routine and urgent repairs during operations

Internship Aircraft Base Maintenance is a training role focused on learning aircraft repair in a hangar setting, while Aircraft Line Maintenance involves performing repairs and inspections directly on aircraft during operations. The internship provides foundational experience, whereas line maintenance is more hands-on and operational.

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Supervisor, Aircraft Base Maintenance

American Airlines

Tulsa, OK • On-site

$75K - $91K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 2 days ago


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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description

7/8/26
Location: TUL Mtc & Engr Base (TUL-MNTC)
Cities: Tulsa - OK
Requisition ID: 85399
Job Description
Intro
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you'll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you'll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
Why you'll love this job
  • This job is a member of the Base Maintenance Team within the Integrated Operations Division.
  • Responsible for supervising a team of Crew Chiefs and mechanics as a key member of the dynamic and fast-paced American Airlines Maintenance organization.

What you'll do
  • Leads by example, coaches our team members to success and builds trustworthy relationships
  • Manages the daily Production requirements through subordinates
  • Ensures team members are following procedures in order to ensure maximum efficiency, compliance and safety
  • Leads staff to ensure team member's skills are utilized to the highest degree possible; leads coordination with Maintenance Training to ensure on-going enhancement of staff and skill set
  • Conducts regular meetings with Business Reviews and Boardwalks to ensure best possible communication, identification, and resolution of action items
  • Monitors the coordination of maintenance manpower requirements overtime and consistency with program scheduling and priorities
  • Maintains effective communication between Maintenance, Engineering, Facilities Maintenance and other Supply Chain groups
  • Ensures team members know, understand and are engaged in achieving critical Metrics and key performance indicators
  • Executes manpower deployment and shift production requirements

All you'll need for success
Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalency
  • 3 years of aircraft maintenance experience
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate
  • Must pass FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
  • Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience
  • 1 year leadership experience supervising production operation in an area related to heavy/shop maintenance
  • Experience supervising and/or leading workgroups

Skills, Licenses & Certifications
  • A&P License
  • Strong working knowledge of the GPM and SPPM
  • Understanding of Airline/Technical operations
  • Knowledge of audit requirements
  • Knowledge of labor reporting and crew utilization
  • Strong interpersonal and PC skills
  • Ability to concurrently manage multiple areas of responsibility.
  • Excellent analytical, organization and planning skills
  • Must pass a background reference check and criminal fingerprint check
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of team members

What you'll get
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
  • Health Benefits: On day one, you'll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that's just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself - that's why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel free to be yourself at American
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life's journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

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