Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The A&P Mechanic role at VP Aviation Technical Services involves performing maintenance on commercial aircraft to ensure safety and operational readiness.
Responsibilities and impact
The mechanic will repair, modify, and perform routine maintenance on aircraft, develop repair schemes using SRM or Engineering data, and communicate progress and issues to maintenance teams and leadership.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive pay rates and is a contract role; no specific benefits or bonuses are mentioned.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have an A&P license, at least 2 years of aircraft maintenance experience across various aircraft types, own tools and transportation, and intermediate knowledge of aircraft systems.
Work environment and culture
VP Aviation values honesty and loyalty and is a fast-growing company providing quality aircraft maintenance services nationwide.
Company information
VP Aviation is a company providing aircraft maintenance services to MROs, Airlines, and Repair Stations across the US, focusing on quality and reliability.
Team overview
The maintenance teams include AOG, Projects, and Hourly employees working collaboratively on aircraft maintenance.
Job location and travel
The job is located in Wilmington, Ohio, focused on commercial aircraft maintenance.
Unique job features
The role is a contract position involving work on a variety of commercial aircraft with opportunities to use specialized repair data and methods.
Company overview
VP Aviation Technical Services specializes in providing workforce solutions and technical staffing for the aviation industry, focusing on aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO). The company generates revenue by connecting skilled aviation technicians with airlines, MRO facilities, and other aviation-related businesses, offering both contract and direct hire services. Founded with a mission to address the growing demand for qualified aviation professionals, VP Aviation has built a reputation for reliability and expertise in the industry. Candidates should note its emphasis on quality, compliance with FAA regulations, and its role in supporting critical aviation operations.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your A&P license prominently, emphasizing at least two years of aircraft maintenance experience across commercial, helicopter, military, or regional aircraft to match the job requirements at VP Aviation Technical Services.
Showcase your ability to perform routine aircraft maintenance, develop repair schemes using SRM or engineering data, and your proficiency in reading and interpreting maintenance manuals and service bulletins to align with the job description.
Apply through multiple channels including VP Aviation’s corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and application reach for the A&P Mechanic role.
Connect with current employees or hiring managers in the maintenance or technical services division at VP Aviation on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on the company’s growth or asking about the team’s approach to MRO maintenance projects to start a conversation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'A&P license,' 'aircraft maintenance,' 'SRM,' 'repair schemes,' 'service bulletins,' and 'MRO maintenance' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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