Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

This Is How We Fly

At JSX, we’re not just a lifestyle carrier – we’re a lifestyle employer. Here, entrepreneurship meets determination, and excellence is our standard. We believe that the journey is just as important as the destination, and every day, we strive to create a Joyful, Simple eXperience for our Customers. Join us, and find your runway to growth, innovation, and success.

About the Role:

As an Aircraft Maintenance Technician, you play a critical role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our aircraft fleet. You will be responsible for performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in full compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and manufacturer maintenance manuals. Your work directly supports our mission to provide safe and efficient air travel while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence.

A Day in the Life:

Your day will be dynamic and hands-on, centered around ensuring every aircraft is flight-ready and impeccably maintained. Typical responsibilities include:

• Pre-Flight Inspections : Start your day by “waking up” the aircraft, conducting thorough pre-flight checks to ensure all systems are fully operational after takeoff.
• Post-Flight Inspections : After each flight, you will perform detailed post-flight evaluations to identify and address any issues or wear that may have occurred.
• Maintenance Logging : All maintenance activities—whether scheduled or unscheduled—are documented in Traxxall and properly signed off in aircraft logbooks, ensuring full traceability and compliance.
• Hangar Maintenance : You’ll help maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in the hangar.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Be Part of a Team That Values You: Join a tight-knit, supportive team of professionals who are passionate about aviation and committed to safety and excellence.
• No Two Days Are the Same: From troubleshooting to routine checks, you’ll enjoy a fast-paced, engaging work environment.
• Make a Tangible Impact: Your attention to detail and technical expertise directly contribute to flight safety and an exceptional Customer experience.
• Opportunities to Grow: We’re invested in your long-term success, offering ongoing training, certifications, and a clear path to advance your career.

What Makes a Successful Aircraft Maintenance Technician?

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Critical Thinker: You can quickly assess situations and make sound, safety-first decisions.
• Detail-Oriented: You understand that precision matters – especially when it comes to aircraft performance.
• Collaborative: You work well across departments, valuing communication and teamwork to achieve common goals.
• Organized: You can effectively manage tasks and prioritize under tight timelines without missing a step.
• Proactive: You don’t just react – you anticipate issues and take the initiative to address them after they escalate.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: You bring energy, ownership, and creativity to your role, always looking for ways to improve processes and elevate the Customer experience.

Required Experience:

• High school diploma/GED
• Ability to occasionally lift 75+ pounds
• Ability to perform intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, and prolonged periods of standing.
• Available to work flexible shifts including early mornings, late nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Participation in initial and random drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with the DOT and FAA guidelines.
• Ability to operate forklift, boom lift, scissor lift, etc.
• Ability to taxi and engine run an airplane.
• Must procure own tool set.

Preferred Experience:

• Prior aircraft maintenance experience.
• Experience working with AMM, IPC, FIM, etc. for troubleshooting references.

Skills, Licenses, & Certifications:

• Current and valid Driver’s license required.
• Current and valid Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required.
• Ability to operate in time critical situation with strong attention to detail.

Pay & Perks:

Compensation is $29-$44/hour. This was established after performing market research and is aligned with our approach to compensation.

• Health Benefits: New Crewmember's become eligible for coverage on the 1st of the month following the start date, with medical plans beginning at just $110/month. 100% employer paid dental & vision, plus up to $2,100 annually for HSA contribution. Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost.
• Travel Benefits: Enjoy free non-revenue standby travel on JSX, plus deeply discounted standby travel other major domestic & international airlines for you and your qualifying immediate family.
• 401(k) match: 50% of your first 8%
• Generous PTO: Take time to recharge with our flexible PTO plan.

Additional Information:

May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, technical developments, etc).

JSX seeks to provide equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment, as well as to ensure that all personnel activities, such as the recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotion, transfer, layoff and termination processes remain free of illegal discrimination and harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to soar with us? Join JSX, where every day is a chance to be part of something eXtraordinary!