Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic - AH-64
Starting Base Pay: $33.10/hour + shift & certification differentials
Wage Progression: Opportunity to earn $45–$50/hour within 5 years
Location: Fort Rucker, Alabama
Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Description
We’re hiring experienced Aircraft Mechanics to join our AH-64 Apache maintenance team. In this role, you’ll perform advanced inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs to keep AH-64D/E helicopters mission-ready. This is a long-term career opportunity with excellent pay progression, full benefits, and opportunities for advancement.
Responsibilities
• Perform field and sustainment-level maintenance on AH-64D/E helicopters
• Inspect, repair, and modify structural, engine, flight control, hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and avionics issues using manuals and test equipment
• Use specialized tools including torque wrenches, cable tensiometers, micrometers, and diagnostic gear
• Conduct functional checks, engine run-ups, and taxi operations when required
• Accurately document maintenance actions in compliance with military and FAA standards
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior mechanics and technicians
• Perform corrosion control, preservation, and touch-up painting
• Support ground support equipment maintenance and aircraft recovery operations
Qualifications
• Required: 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience
• Required: Experience with AH-64D/E Apache helicopters (any timeframe)
• Preferred: FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license *not required*
• Must be re-hire eligible if previously employed at Fort Rucker
Why Work Here?
• Starting Base Pay: $33.10/hour
• Pay Differentials: +$1/hr for 2nd shift, +$1.50/hr for 3rd shift, +$3/hr for odd work weeks
• Certification Pay: Additional pay for A&P certification and APU runs
• Wage Progression: Opportunity to earn $45–$50/hour within 5 years
• Benefits Package:
• $2/hr 401(k) company contribution
• Union pension fund
• Health savings plan
• 10 paid holidays + 2 weeks of vacation (starting accruing on day 1)
• Raises: Guaranteed 2 pay increases annually
• Tools & Equipment: Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a professional, collaborative environment
Schedule & Work Environment
• Structured, consistent shifts with premium pay for nights and weekends
• Aircraft hangar setting with all tools provided
• Supportive environment focused on growth and safety
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $68848.00 - $68848.00/yr.
2nd shift: $1/hr
3rd shift: $1.50/hr
Odd Work Wee (ie, Thursday - Monday) $3/hr
A&P: $1.50/hr
APU Run ($1/run)
401K- contributes $2/hr
2 pay raises per year- Wage progression will get them between $45-50/hr within 5 years
13 paid holidays
2 weeks vacation (starts accruing on day one)
Union Pension Fund
Health Savings Plan
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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