A&P Aircraft Mechanic
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Position Overview & Specifications
SIA Engineering Company, (USA) is a leading provider of aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services and a party of the SIA Engineering Company Line Maintenance International Network with a client base of more than 85 international carriers and aerospace equipment manufacturers.
We are currently on the lookout for qualified A & P Mechanics for the SFO Station.
Responsibilities and Duties
We are hiring for a specialized team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2+ years’ experience
- Performs line maintenance duties, ‘A’ checks and interior cabin maintenance for B747, B777, A330, A350, and B787 aircraft types.
- Must have A330 experience with GenFam
- Must be able to work all Shift including Night & Graveyard Shift.
- Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs aircraft and/or engines and all associated systems.
- Reading and interpreting manufacturers’ and airlines’ maintenance personuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintains a comprehensive record system of all maintenance work performed on each aircraft to comply with the component mandates of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- Able to operate a vehicle on airport property and around aircraft(s).
- Operate airline communications equipment.
- Travels to other line station locations to provide relief.
- Travel domestically and internationally.
- Completes housekeeping around work areas as assigned.
Performs other related duties as required by immediate supervisor
Qualifications and Skills
- An active A&P License
- 2+ years of hands-on experience as an A & P Mechanic
- Knowledge of the trades involved in the servicing and maintenance of aircraft and engines including electrical work and installation
- Knowledge of departmental and FAA rules and regulations
- Knowledge of the operation of flight instruments
- Must be eligible to obtain security clearance from US Homeland Security, US Customs and any other Government or Airport Authorities.
- Must have a good driving record to operate a vehicle on airport property and around aircraft.
- Ability to communicate to personnel the maintenance and repair of aircraft engines and airframes
- Work effectively with other staff members and management staff
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Monday to Friday
- Overnight shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- San Francisco, CA 94128: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)
- Avionics: 1 year (Preferred)
- Power tools: 1 year (Preferred)
- Airframe: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Airframe & Powerplant License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for A&P Aircraft Mechanic roles across SIA Engineering (USA) Inc.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £40 - £45 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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