American Flyers Sponsorship Program - Aviation Maintenance Technician
American Flyers offers a unique opportunity to finance flight training while gaining valuable experience within the aviation industry. This highly selective program provides candidates with a comprehensive pathway to becoming a certified pilot or aviation maintenance technician.
Program Overview:
- Participants work in various operational and customer service roles or as an A&P mechanic.
- Monthly training scholarships and a salary are provided throughout the 12-18 month program.
- Upon completion, participants earn their private, instrument, commercial, and certified flight instructor certificates.
- Opportunities for continued employment with American Flyers exist upon program completion.
Benefits:
- Financial Support: Receive bonuses of $5,000 to $10,000, depending on experience, eliminating the burden of educational loans and debt.
- Career Advancement: At program completion, secure a full-time position as a flight instructor or mechanic at American Flyers.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy access to group medical insurance, a 401k plan with company contributions (after one year of full-time employment), and life insurance (after one year of full-time employment).
Qualifications:
- Possession of A&P certificates is required.
- The ability to relocate to any of our locations in the United States, with relocation assistance provided.
- Successful completion of the interview process.
- Authorization to work in the United States (we do not sponsor work visas at this time).
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.
Maintenance Position Responsibilities:
- Perform 50-hour, 100-hour, and annual inspections on Cessna 172, Piper 100i, and Piper Seminoles.
- Conduct scheduled and unscheduled daily maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with airworthiness directives.
- Troubleshoot powerplant and electrical systems.
- Execute general maintenance tasks.