Aircraft Mechanic

Job overview

The Aircraft Mechanic role is onsite in Bakersfield, CA. The posting lists compensation as $30–$40 per year. The position supports California Aeronautical University’s FAA Part 141 operations and its students. The mechanic maintains aircraft safety and operational readiness through inspections, diagnosis, repair, and documentation. The role also supports regulatory compliance and the university’s mission while fostering positive attitudes among students.

What you'll do

• Read maintenance manuals and service bulletins
• document preventive and corrective maintenance
• conduct required inspections
• examine airframes, engines, and aircraft systems for defects
• maintain, repair, and rebuild aircraft structures and components
• replace or repair damaged parts
• test engines and systems
• inspect fuel and oil samples
• reassemble engines
• diagnose reported problems
• modify structures or systems according to technical documentation
• maintain compliance with applicable regulations and university policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

aircraft mechanic

full-time

bakersfield ca

california aeronautical university

aircraft maintenance

faa part 141

airframe rating

powerplant rating

aircraft inspections

repair logs

travel for training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a high school diploma, effective airframe and powerplant mechanic ratings, at least three years holding the ratings, and at least two years actively maintaining aircraft; travel to conferences or training may be required.

About the employer

California Aeronautical University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.