A&P Mechanic to Pilot Sponsorship Program
American Flyers is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for their Mechanic to Pilot Sponsorship Program. This unique program offers a pathway to a career in aviation by combining employment as an A&P mechanic with comprehensive flight training. The selected candidate will work as an A&P mechanic while receiving a monthly salary and flight training scholarships, allowing them to pursue their pilot licenses without incurring educational debt.
This program provides flight training for Private, Instrument, and Commercial pilot licenses. Furthermore, there are potential opportunities to extend training to include Certified Flight Instructor certificates (CFIA & CFII). Upon successful completion of the program, full-time employment opportunities as a Flight Instructor or A&P Mechanic with American Flyers may be available.
Benefits
- Comprehensive flight training
- Pathway to full-time employment as a flight instructor or mechanic with American Flyers
- Group medical insurance
- 401k plan with company contributions after one year of full-time employment
- Life insurance after one year of full-time employment
Qualifications
- Valid A&P certificates
- Successful interview
- Authorization to work in the United States (visa sponsorship is not available at this time)
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language
Maintenance Responsibilities
- Perform 50-hour and 100-hour inspections on Cessna 172, Piper 100i, and Piper Seminole aircraft.
- Execute scheduled and unscheduled daily maintenance.
- Adhere to airworthiness directives.
- Perform powerplant and electrical troubleshooting.
- General maintenance tasks.