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Trainee Aircraft Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Manufacturing Engineer I

Mobile, AL

$72K - $93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery - working with ... trainees. * Additional projects as assigned * Other duties as assigned. Your boarding pass: * A ...

Assembler Technician Trainee

Duluth, MN · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

The Assembler Technician Trainee is responsible for a variety of tasks that are pivotal to building ... install aircraft components * Start reading and understanding engineering drawing and ...

Assembler Technician Trainee

Duluth, MN · On-site

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

The Assembler Technician Trainee is responsible for a variety of tasks that are pivotal to building ... install aircraft components * Start reading and understanding engineering drawing and ...

KC-130H/T Loadmaster

Ogden, UT · On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Develops trainee proficiency in coordinating aircraft loading activities with the Aircraft Commander, Flight Engineer, aerial port personnel, maintenance organizations, and ground handling agencies.

Structural Assembler Trainee

Duluth, MN · On-site

$23.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, production illustrations and other specifications to determine the identity, location and relationship of aircraft parts. * Attention ...

Structural Assembler Trainee

Duluth, MN · On-site

$23.35 - $35.03/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, production illustrations and other specifications to determine the identity, location and relationship of aircraft parts. * Attention ...

Structural Assembler Trainee

Duluth, MN · On-site

$23.35 - $35.03/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Read, interpret and work from engineering drawings, blueprints, production illustrations and other specifications to determine the identity, location and relationship of aircraft parts. * Attention ...

Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firm's inception. Our vision ... Position Summary The Inspector Trainee provides technical engineering support for roadway and ...

X-Plant Manufacturing Engineer II

Mobile, AL · On-site

$72K - $93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery - working with ... trainees. * Provide training/ guidance to new employees and act as a mentor / coach on the team

Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firms inception. Our vision ... Position Summary The Inspector Trainee provides technical engineering support for roadway and ...

Inspector Trainee

Dulles, VA · On-site

$57K - $65K/yr

Alpha has been performing civil engineering design services since the firm's inception. Our vision ... Position Summary The Inspector Trainee provides technical engineering support for roadway and ...

$53K - $55K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our ... developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We ...

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How much do trainee aircraft engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for trainee aircraft engineer in the United States is $80,789.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trainee aircraft engineer?

A Trainee Aircraft Engineer is an entry-level role in the aviation industry where individuals receive hands-on training to maintain, repair, and inspect aircraft. Under the supervision of licensed engineers, trainees learn about aviation regulations, safety procedures, and technical aspects of aircraft systems. The role typically involves both theoretical study and practical experience, often leading to certifications or licenses required for becoming a fully qualified aircraft engineer.

What are the daily tasks and responsibilities of a trainee aircraft engineer?

As a Trainee Aircraft Engineer, you'll typically assist senior engineers with routine inspections, scheduled maintenance, and repairs on various aircraft systems. You may be tasked with documenting maintenance work, following safety protocols, and learning to interpret technical manuals under supervision. The role involves hands-on mechanical and electrical work, troubleshooting issues, and gradually taking on more complex assignments as your skills develop. You’ll collaborate closely with experienced engineers and technicians, benefitting from mentorship while gaining practical, real-world experience in an aviation environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a trainee aircraft engineer?

To thrive as a Trainee Aircraft Engineer, you generally need a solid grounding in engineering principles, mathematics, and physics, often supported by a relevant diploma or degree. Familiarity with aircraft maintenance manuals, diagnostic tools, and the process of obtaining aviation maintenance certifications such as EASA Part-66 or FAA A&P is important. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to teamwork are valuable soft skills. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and efficiency in aircraft maintenance and repair environments.

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Infographic showing various Trainee Aircraft Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,789 per year, or $38.8 per hour.

Aircraft/Aviation Instructor (Experience with Helicopters Required) - 50% Travel - Ridley Park, PA

GP Strategies Government Solutions Inc

Ridley Park, PA • On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Description:

Come make an impact in the Public Sector! Join our team to do meaningful work and support high-impact government missions.


GP Strategies Government Solutions, Inc. Government Training Solutions | GP Strategies, a wholly owned subsidiary of GP Strategies Corporation, focuses on helping every public sector team unlock its full potential through people performance solutions.


Our work directly supports mission critical government agencies, including:

  • Air Force
  • Army
  • Department of Defense (DoD)
  • Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
  • Department of Homeland Security
  • NASA
  • National Highway Institute (NHI) | Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
  • State & Local Governments

Our Mission is meaningful and powerful: to deliver innovative people performance through off the shelf and custom learning, mission specialists, and technology solutions, building deep partnerships with customers to help them achieve measurable mission and company performance improvements.


GP Strategies Corporation, the corporate parent of GP Strategies Government Solutions, is a global leader in talent transformation, dedicated to empowering organizations to unlock their full potential. We help businesses enhance workforce performance and achieve strategic goals through innovative, technology-enabled learning solutions. For over 50 years, with a proven track record of supporting over 6,000 global organizations worldwide, we combine human expertise with AI-driven insights to deliver customized strategies that upskill talent, drive technology adoption, and optimize critical processes.


GP Strategies has an opening for an Aviation Instructor to support a large aerospace client in Ridley Park, PA. We are seeking candidates who are able to conduct training covering a broad range of Aircraft electrical, mechanical, structural and systems subject matter including, but not limited to, shield terminations, crimping, bond & ground, soldering, seal, hole drilling, fastener installation/removal, and more. This is a full-time, benefitted position and will involve 50% travel Internationally and throughout the U.S. Background/Experience with heavy aircraft is required.


Job Summary:

  • Confers with management/client to understand work situation. Performs needs, job and task analysis to determine training required for trainees to better understand changes in policies, procedures, regulations and technologies.
  • Recommends an implementation plan for development of instructional methods and delivery of individual training, group instruction, lectures, demonstrations, conferences, meetings and workshops.
  • Designs and develops teaching outlines and specific training to address the client needs by incorporating methods and requirements of instructional systems such as Instructional Systems Development (ISD), Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) or Training Systems Development (TSD) process.
  • Selects or develops teaching aids such as training handbooks, demonstration models, multimedia visual aids, computer tutorials and reference works.
  • Delivers training sessions covering specified areas of technical specialty.
  • Designs and develops exams to measure progress and to evaluate effectiveness of recommended training.
  • Evaluates training programs and reports on trainee progress.
  • Maintains training programs and materials.
  • Travels to client sites as needed.
  • This role may require work on multiple shifts.

Qualifications:

  • Education, training and/or prior experience in electrical, mechanical, or structures systems
  • Prior teaching/instructor classroom delivery experience
  • Ability to travel up to 50% to various client locations throughout the U.S and Internationally
  • Background/Experience in one or more of the noted platforms preferred: C-17, 747 or KC46

Desired Skills:

  • Engineering Drawings/Interpretation Experience (B/P, Drawings, Specifications, Repair Manuals)
  • NACES School Ejection Seat Experience
  • Flight Controls – Rigging
  • Engineering - Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO)
  • Flight Controls/Avionics (APU, avionics, breaks, propulsions/engine runs, hydraulics, jacking, landing gear, and doors)
  • Background/Experience in one or more of the noted platforms: F-18, F-15, or F-22
Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

General physical requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on location of assignment.


Assignment Location – Ridley Park, PA


Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Typing, communicating, repetitive motions.

Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, view computer monitors and read. May need to view presentation screens and other visual aids in a virtual setting.

Inside environmental conditions with protection from outside elements.


At GP Strategies Government Solutions culture focuses on performance and revolves around respect, fairness, and working collaboratively to achieve our goals. We support our People, no matter who they are or where they are from, because we all have valuable and unique perspectives and approaches. That's how great ideas are born, which enable us to work smarter.


GP Strategies Government Solutions is committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other federally protected class.


GP Government Solutions is a subsidiary of GP Strategies Corporation, a global workforce-transformation company with over 50 plus years of experience. To find out more, please visit us as

https://www.gpstrategies.com/industries-we-serve/government/