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A&P Mechanic (Temp to Direct) - Corporate Aircraft

by VP Aviation Technical Services

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Date Posted

August 27, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Category

A&P

Salary Range

$100K - $150K

Cost of Living

View details for Tampa

Locations

Tampa, Florida

Application Deadline

September 26, 2026

Description

VP Aviation is hiring A&P Mechanics for contract-to-direct work on corporate aircraft at a new hangar facility in Tampa, FL.

This role is ideal for mechanics with hands-on experience on business jets who want a stable schedule, strong weekly pay, and the opportunity to move into a full-time position.

Pay

Pay is based on experience and will be determined after interview.

Schedule

Monday – Friday

Shift options: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Occasional off-hours or weekend support may be required

Weekend on-call rotation may apply upon direct hire

Scope of Work

  • Perform maintenance and inspections on corporate/business jets

  • Support aircraft readiness and ensure compliance with FAR regulations

  • Handle maintenance tracking and coordinate with outside service providers

  • Maintain clean, organized work environment within hangar operations

  • Troubleshoot and resolve aircraft discrepancies independently

Minimum Requirements

  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant License (A&P)

  • 3–5+ years of experience on one or more of the following:

  • Pilatus PC-12

  • Dassault Falcon 2000 and Falcon 900

  • Working knowledge of FAR Part 135

  • Experience with maintenance tracking systems (CAMP or CMP)

  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

  • Must have your own tools

Preferred Experience

  • Inspection Authorization (IA)

  • Previous AOG experience

  • Strong troubleshooting and ability to work independently

Why VP Aviation

VP Aviation connects experienced aircraft maintenance professionals with quality contract and direct opportunities across the U.S. Our recruiting team supports you from application through placement with clear communication and real job details.

Apply Now

Apply today to be considered. A VP Aviation recruiter will contact you directly with full details including scope of work, pay range, and start dates.

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Tampa, Florida

What aviation pay actually covers in Tampa — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$71,302
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Median Home Value
$375,300
Gasoline (1 gal)
$3.84
Restaurant Meal
$16.89
Milk (1 L)
$1.07
Eggs (dozen)
$2.05

Rent runs about 26.4% of median income in Tampa moderate by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.