Helicopter Mechanic — U.S. Army Soldier

Job overview

The Helicopter Mechanic role is onsite in Henrico, VA. The stated salary range is $22,000–$50,000 per year, with additional housing or lodging allowance described in the posting. The work supports the U.S. Army’s rotary-wing aircraft readiness and operational mission. The mechanic inspects, diagnoses, and repairs helicopter mechanical and electrical systems, performs routine and pre-flight and post-flight maintenance, and records maintenance work. These activities help keep aircraft safe, reliable, and mission-ready.

What you'll do

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues on helicopters
• perform routine maintenance on engines, rotors, transmissions, and avionics
• conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections
• use specialized tools and diagnostic equipment
• maintain detailed maintenance and repair records.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

helicopter mechanic

u.s. army soldier

aircraft maintenance

rotary-wing aircraft

uh-60 black hawk

ah-64 apache

ch-47 chinook

henrico va

onsite

full-time

$22k-$50k

military benefits

maintenance records

u.s. army

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Housing or lodging allowance
• TRICARE health coverage
• medical and dental care for active-duty members
• education benefits including GI Bill and tuition assistance
• student loan repayment program
• VA home loan eligibility subject to requirements.

Why this role

The posting describes TRICARE coverage, housing allowance, education benefits, and other military entitlements in addition to salary.

About the employer

U.S. Army is hiring for this role. Industry: National Security. Sector: 92.