Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic

Job Summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA‑SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, provides military and commercial engineering services and is a leading‑edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design. The company is seeking an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic to work on product lines in San Angelo, TX. The role involves flight line and ground support, troubleshooting aircraft and engine systems, providing technical assistance, and assisting with the development and review of new processes, procedures, and training programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals in accordance with company‑approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and government technical order requirements.
• Repair fuel and/or oil leaks and engine problems as required; remove and replace airframe and/or engine components as needed.
• Review records to ensure all required documentation is completed per company procedures and government/customer technical order requirements.
• Perform launch and recovery tasks of aircraft, including ground operations, pre‑flight items, ground observer responsibilities, and post‑flight items.
• Inspect, test, maintain, and operate ground support equipment.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and applicable obligations while conducting business on behalf of the company.
• Maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Assist in training new A&P Specialists.
• Assist with new powerplant and system development as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license (required).
• May require travel and/or CONUS or OCONUS deployment.
• Full knowledge and understanding of detailed job aspects.
• Proficiency with relevant computer applications and operations.
• Basic leadership, organization, and planning skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with employees, military, and civilian customers.
• Ability to successfully complete the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) background investigation required to access aircraft maintenance and sustainment databases.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including any shift in a 24/7 operational environment.

Pay

Hourly salary range: $51,030 – $75,855 per year.

Schedule

Full‑time position with flexible schedules; employees must be available to work any shift in a 24/7 operational environment.