Aviation Maintenance Mechanic

Aviation Maintenance Mechanic

Salary

$63,837.00 - $73,868.00 Annually

Location

Aero Park Campus - 2600 Aero Park Drive, Traverse City

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00045

Division

Educational Services

Department

Aviation - Flight

Opening Date

05/07/2026

Closing Date

6/1/2026 8:00 AM Eastern

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Summary & Qualifications:

Summary

This position collaborates with the Aviation Maintenance Supervisor to maintain the aviation fleet to the highest safety levels possible, in a timely and cost-effective manner, and in compliance with all federal and manufacturer protocol.

Qualifications

Required:

• Experience with FAA inspections of aircraft fleet

• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License

• No history of FAA violations or certificate/license suspension

• Associate degree or equivalent specialized training

• Between 3 and 5 years of aviation industry experience outside of education

• Experience in aviation education (military or civilian)

Preferred:

• Experience using AIMS software

• Maintenance experience with a wide range of aircraft

• Between 7 and 10 years of aviation industry experience outside of education

• Experience working with Cessna G1000

• Flight school experience as a mechanic

• Maintenance experience with Cessna and Piper aircraft

• Bachelors Degree

• Inspection Authority (IA)

Essential Responsibilities

• (Critical) Ensures that aircraft are maintained to the safest levels possible.

• (Critical) Maintains shop cleanliness and safety and is accountable for parts inventory, while making suggestions to the Aviation Maintenance Supervisor to improve appearance and effectiveness.

• (Critical) Suggests ways that flight staff can better operate aircraft to lower operating costs and participate in a teamwork environment with all aviation staff and students.

• (Critical) Participates in dialogue with Federal and State agencies to promote good relationships while ensuring that aircraft are maintained to the safest levels possible.

• (Critical) Provides maintenance in a cost-effective and timely manner.

• (Critical) Is responsible to the FAA for aircraft Airworthiness and general FAA inspections per the mechanic's license, and properly documents all maintenance work.

• (Critical) Documents all maintenance work properly.

• (Critical) Maintain required certifications and credentials to perform aircraft maintenance.

• (Critical) Responsible for supplying and maintaining personal hand tools to perform major and minor aircraft maintenance repairs and alterations.

• (Very Important) Promotes a learning and open environment for students by actively exploring ways to improve their own skills and keeping up with technology.

• (Very Important) Works with product manufacturers to ensure the safety of the fleet and others.

Work Environment

Lifting Activities

• Most frequently lifted object: 20 29 lbs. lifted to chest level; 20-29 feet (Several times per day)

• Heaviest object lifted: under 50-75 lbs. lifted chest level; 20-29 feet (Occasionally)

Non-lifting Repetitive Activities

• Arm Movement (Continuously)

• Bending (Several times per day)

• Climbing (Several times per day)

• Crouching (Occasionally)

• Ducking (Several times per day)

• Gripping (Continuously)

• Kneeling (Occasionally)

• Leaning (Several times per day)

• Sitting (Several times per day)

• Squatting (Several times per day)

• Standing (Continuously)

• Stooping (Several times per day)

• Stretching (Occasionally)

• Talking (Several times per day)

• Twisting (Several times per day)

• Typing (Several times per day)

• Walking (Continuously)

• Writing (Several times per day)

Other Physical Demands

• Close visual work

• Cramped work space

• Exposure to chemicals

• Exposure to cold

• Exposure to dust

• Exposure to environmental hazards

• Exposure to explosion

• Exposure to health and safety hazards

• Exposure to heat

• Exposure to noise

• Exposure to toxic substances

• Muscular endurance

• Risk of electrical shock

• Travel (less than 10%)

Mental Demands

• Complex Calculations

• Exercising Independent Judgment

• Minimal Guidance or Direction

• Performing Multiple Functions/Activities

• Rapid Decision Making

Other Challenges

• Precise accuracy requirements

• Production deadlines

• Protecting the physical safety of others

• Risk of life

• Safeguarding organization assets and property

Exceptional benefits package, including medical, dental, and paid sick leave. Up to four weeks paid vacation within the first year of employment. NMC paid tuition benefits. For more benefit details, visit our Flexible Benefits Guide

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Do you meet the minimum qualifications required for this position? Experience with FAA inspections of aircraft fleet Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License No history of FAA violations or certificate/license suspension Associate degree or equivalent specialized training Between 3 and 5 years of aviation industry experience outside of education Experience in aviation education (military or civilian)

• No
• Yes

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Do you meet any of the preferred qualifications for this position? Please select all that apply:

• Experience using AIMS software
• Maintenance experience with a wide range of aircraft
• Between 7 and 10 years of aviation industry experience outside of education
• Experience working with Cessna G1000
• Flight school experience as a mechanic
• Maintenance experience with Cessna and Piper aircraft
• Bachelors Degree
• Inspection Authority (IA)

Required Question

Employer Northwestern Michigan College

Address 1701 E Front Street

Traverse City, Michigan, 49686

Phone 231.995.2612

Website https://www.nmc.edu/