General Aviation Mechanic (A&P) – Avionics-Forward Piston Fleet

General Aviation Mechanic (A&P) – Avionics-Forward Piston Fleet

Location: Denver, CO

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Client

A Denver-based GA maintenance shop with an active piston fleet spanning Cirrus, Diamond, Cessna, Piper, and Beechcraft platforms, and a clear push into turboprop and advanced avionics territory. The team is small, skilled, and close-knit—on a deliberate path toward Part 145 certification and electric aircraft capability.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $32–$42/hour — Based on experience and qualifications

• Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

• Shift: 40 hrs/week; 4x10 or 5x8 depending on team needs; overtime regularly on the table; weekend rotation and AOG coverage compensated at premium rates

• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; 401(k) with employer match; flexible PTO with potential 4-day work week; specialty tools supplied; factory training offered to qualified candidates

Job Summary

Keep a high-utilization GA piston fleet airworthy while building expertise in avionics and electrical systems. From routine inspections to avionics installs and structural work, this role touches all sides of GA maintenance and reports directly to the Director of Maintenance with real room to grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GA piston aircraft across the active fleet

• Perform and sign off 100-hour and annual inspections in full compliance with 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91

• Isolate and fix faults in electrical and avionics systems with accuracy

• Participate in avionics installations including radios, GPS units, ADS-B, autopilot systems, and full avionics suite upgrades

• Handle light sheet metal and structural repair work as required by the aircraft condition

• Run down mechanical and electrical discrepancies using sound diagnostic technique

• Pull and apply maintenance manuals, ADs, SBs, and technical drawings as needed for each task

• Enter all completed work into the maintenance tracking system promptly and precisely

• Hold the shop and personal workspace to a consistent standard of cleanliness and order

• Cover rotational weekend shifts and respond to AOG situations as part of the on-call support structure

Minimum Requirements

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate (required)

• 3 or more years maintaining GA piston aircraft as a certificated A&P

• Hands-on history completing and signing off 100-hour inspections

• Working-level avionics and electrical troubleshooting ability

• Practical knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91

• Candidate must furnish their own basic hand tool set

• Thorough documentation habits and clear communication with the team

• Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied positions; no issues with routine fuel, solvent, or component exposure
  

Ideal Qualifications

• Inspection Authorization (IA) credential

• Direct experience with Garmin, Avidyne, G1000, or equivalent avionics systems

• Sheet metal and airframe structural repair experience

• Time on turboprop platforms

• Prior lead mechanic or supervisory role

• Experience in flight school or high-cycle fleet maintenance environments

How to Apply

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