Flight Mechanic B-AP
by Textron Aviation
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Date Posted
August 28, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Category
A&P
Salary Range
$3K+
Cost of Living
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Locations
Application Deadline
September 27, 2026
Description
Overview
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Description
We are hiring immediately for a Flight Mechanic - A&P.
What you will be doing as a Flight Mechanic - A&P: In this role, you can expect to prepare multi-engine aircraft mechanically for flight tests and customer delivery. You'll also have the opportunity to expand your skill set and career growth by performing a variety of essential functions. Join us and be a crucial part of our dynamic aviation team!
Responsibilities
Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
- Install & Assemble: Install line shortage items, disassemble and reassemble components as needed.
- System Checks: Perform functional checks on mechanical systems like engines, flight controls, fuel, oxygen, and hydraulics, making necessary adjustments for flight.
- Instrument & Engine Testing: Set instruments, test run engines, rig and synchronize throttles, and set stops.
- Flight Test Support: Address flight test and inspection issues, making necessary adjustments or corrections.
- Assist & Guide: Assist senior mechanics with complex problems, guide and instruct lower classification mechanics.
- Aircraft Taxiing: Taxi aircraft to check systems and components using various mechanic hand tools and equipment.
Requirements/Qualifications
What you need to be successful:
- A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required.
- An A&P license is required.
- 3 years experience in diversified jet, turboprop or piston mod, phase inspection, engine troubleshooting experience or servicing under the guidance of a licensed A&P or at an FAA certified repair station is required.
- A knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and components is needed.
- Equivalent trades training for use of arithmetic, blueprints, specifications, check lists, measuring instruments, testing devices, and following general instructions is needed.
- Ability to work in somewhat disagreeable work conditions due to exposure to noise, weather, hydraulic fluid, MEK, alcohol and other liquids is needed.
Benefits
Why join us? Your success is our success. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members - now and in the future, beginning day one.
- 401K company match additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation.
- $3,000 annual lump sum payment eligibility per contract.
- Annual cost of living adjustment up to $1,500 per contract.
- Automatic increases of $0.30/hr every 3 months up to top of grade per contract.
- Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester.
- Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications.
- Access to the onsite Textron Aviation Plane Wellness Center and Pharmacy.
- Explore more benefits here.
Additional Information
At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location.
Qualifications
Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome everyone to apply to this role if it meets your career goals. Whether you’re in the military community, a recent graduate, or looking for a career change, you could be our next great fit!
We're Here to Support You
We understand the hiring process can be overwhelming which is why our team is committed to assisting you at each stage. If you have questions, visit the Career & Learning Center located in Wichita, Kansas, where you’ll find answers and additional resources as you explore your career opportunities with us.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Wichita, Kansas
What aviation pay actually covers in Wichita — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).
Rent runs about 18.3% of median income in Wichita — affordable 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.
