Demo

Airframe and Powerplant Technician I - ORF

Working at Signature Aviation
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026

Persons employed as an A&P Mechanic is expected to:

Tech 1 airframe and powerplant technician generally inspects, repairs, overhauls, upgrades and cleans aircraft. A&P’s also provide for the general and routine maintenance and do so in accordance with all Federal Aviation Administration regulations, all aircraft manufacturer's recommendation and all company policies and procedures. Additionally, A&P Technicians are required to maintain detailed records concerning all work conducted, inspections performed, conditions found, and safety compliance.

Unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, we will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a Team Member due to pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions or of a qualified applicant with a disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact (insert).

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, applicants and those in the roles must have:

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

  • Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and zero to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Airframe and powerplant license

Language Skills:

  • Ability to read and comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write simple correspondence and routine reports. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small groups of customers and other employees of the organization.

Additional Requirements:

  • Minimum of 18 years of age
  • Ability to pass background checks (criminal and motor vehicle), drug tests, receive and maintain issuance of an airport security badge, and be insurable by the company's insurance policies.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
  • Must have the upmost morals and ethics. Performing aircraft maintenance is a highly demanding profession, requiring constant focus and attention to detail. People’s lives and livelihoods depend on it.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or other protected characteristics.

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors, including, without limitation, skill sets, education, shift worked, responsibilities, seniority, geographical market, merit, output, productivity, prior training or experience, and travel.  The pay range for this position is $29.00 to $36.00 / hour.

Responsibilities:

The following are essential to the job, in addition to those listed above and on the chart in this description. Certain functions may be performed in varying weather and environmental conditions, such as precipitation, extreme temperatures, jet engine fumes, dust, and noise. The tasks are performed inside and outside near stationary and moving aircraft (including spinning propellers and engines).

  • Read and interpret technical data.
  • Make required work order entries for discrepancies and corrective actions.
  • Mechanical ability to execute per technical data.
  • Parts identification, read and interpret IPC.
  • Remove and install aircraft panels.
  • Basic operational and functional checks
  • Provide nitrogen and oxygen servicing.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

  • None

Salary : $29 - $36

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Airframe and Powerplant Technician I - ORF?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Airframe and Powerplant Technician I - ORF career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$78,413 - $94,784
Income Estimation: 
$87,186 - $108,041
Income Estimation: 
$78,935 - $89,377
Income Estimation: 
$79,311 - $112,035
Income Estimation: 
$53,871 - $70,815
Income Estimation: 
$64,407 - $83,008
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Working at Signature Aviation

  • Working at Signature Aviation Shreveport, LA
  • As an Airside Experience Specialist , you are the face of our private aviation terminal, delivering a seamless, personalized, and welcoming experience for ... more
  • Just Posted

  • Working at Signature Aviation Lexington, KY
  • The Airside Experience Specialist is responsible for a variety of duties that contribute towards safely providing requested services for general aviation a... more
  • Just Posted

  • Working at Signature Aviation Roanoke, VA
  • As a Guest Experience Specialist , you are often the first and last impression our guests have – making you an essential part of the Signature Aviation exp... more
  • Just Posted

  • Working at Signature Aviation Teterboro, NJ
  • As a Guest Experience Specialist , you are often the first and last impression our guests have – making you an essential part of the Signature Aviation exp... more
  • 2 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Airframe and Powerplant Technician I - ORF jobs in the Norfolk, VA area that may be a better fit.

  • Working at Signature Aviation Norfolk, VA
  • Now Offering: Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance for Eligible New Hires! Availability Needed: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm The Airframe and Powe... more
  • 2 Months Ago

  • D&G Support Services, LLC Elizabeth, NC
  • Aviation Logistics Analyst (HC-130H Airframe & Powerplant) On Site | Elizabeth City, North Carolina | Public Trust If you want to apply your aviation logis... more
  • 4 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!