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Senior Helicopter A&P Mechanic

STS Technical Services
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/10/2026

STS Technical Services is hiring a Senior Helicopter A&P Mechanic in Deer Valley, Arizona. Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.

This role supports critical air medical aviation operations. If you are an FAA-certified A&P Mechanic with helicopter maintenance experience and strong troubleshooting skills, this opportunity places you in a mission-driven environment where precision and accountability matter every day.

Position Overview

The Senior Helicopter A&P Mechanic is responsible for maintaining aircraft airworthiness and ensuring operational readiness at all times. This includes performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, inventory oversight, documentation, and coordination with maintenance leadership.

Each aircraft maintained supports life-saving missions, and reliability is not optional.

Key Responsibilities
  • Review daily maintenance and inspection requirements to maintain aircraft airworthiness
  • Notify the Lead Mechanic of situations requiring schedule adjustments, aircraft changes, additional manpower, or technical assistance
  • Oversee maintenance for assigned aircraft at the field base
  • Monitor stock levels and requisition parts as necessary
  • Ensure safety and security of company assets at the assigned location
  • Prepare reports, requisitions, inventories, and certify aircraft logs and inspection forms in compliance with FAA and manufacturer requirements
  • Complete maintenance records and system entries accurately
  • Maintain communication with the Lead Mechanic, AMBS, and relevant personnel to ensure timely completion of work
  • Manage parts inventory and recommend appropriate level adjustments
  • Maintain company-provided special tools and ensure calibration schedules are followed
  • Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • High School Diploma required
  • FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings required
  • Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience as a certified mechanic
  • Strong troubleshooting skills in airframe and powerplant systems
  • Strong communication and computer skills
  • Ability to pass pre-placement physical exam, drug screening, and background check
  • For roving maintenance team members, sheet metal repair and/or avionics troubleshooting experience required
  • Ability to travel frequently, sometimes on short notice
  • Ability to work night shifts as required
Schedule & Location
  • 7 and 7 schedule
  • Must live within one hour or 60 miles of the assigned base
  • Travel between bases required
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation based on experience
  • Shift bonuses and incentives
  • Annual safety and employee bonuses
  • Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 for qualified new hires
Core Competencies
  • Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
  • Focus on efficiency and operational reliability
  • Dedication to quality and consistent performance
  • Service-driven mindset toward customers, communities, and teammates
About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm supporting aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, and defense organizations across the United States. We connect experienced aviation professionals with meaningful roles in high-performance, mission-critical environments.

If you are ready to advance your helicopter maintenance career in Deer Valley, Arizona, apply today.

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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