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Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic

by Piedmont Airlines

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Date Posted

September 21, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$32.13+/hr (≈$66.8K+/yr)

Cost of Living

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Locations

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Application Deadline

October 21, 2026

Description

We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.

At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as an Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic. This position is responsible for completing routine inspections and repairs; performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; and running tests after making repairs. The successful candidate will hold a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant certificate. This position reports to the Manager, Aircraft Maintenance.

Essential Duties

  • Complete and document routine inspections and repairs
  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; may include, but is not limited to, engines, landing gear, exteriors, brakes, and pumps
  • Conduct tests after making repairs or performing maintenance on company fleet

Job Qualifications and Competencies

  • Possession of FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification and company issued licenses
  • Demonstration of a positive attitude towards productivity and quality maintenance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous background and/or experience in mechanical operations

Work Environment

  • Use of computers and other office equipment
  • Airport ramp and warehouse environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels
  • Available to work any shift including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements

  • Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs
  • Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly, up to 100+ pounds occasionally with assistance from coworkers or tools

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a valid driver’s license and clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental

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

Median Household Income
$60,698
Median Rent
$1,323/mo
Median Home Value
$232,400
Gasoline (1 gal)
$3.4
Restaurant Meal
$14.38
Milk (1 L)
$0.87
Eggs (dozen)
$1.8

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