Aircraft Maintenance Technician - A&P Mechanic - CA

We are currently seeking skilled A&P Maintenance Technicians to join our dedicated team in Van Nuys, CA. In this collaborative role, you will be responsible for various aspects of aircraft maintenance, ensuring our fleet remains in peak operating condition and meets the highest safety standards.

Vista Aircraft Maintenance Van Nuys is an FAA-approved Part 145 Repair Station dedicated to providing comprehensive aircraft maintenance services. With a complete range of nose-to-tail care, we specialize in airframe, powerplant, and avionics maintenance, inspection, and repair for the Vista fleet.

• Line service, inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and modification of aircraft and/or aircraft systems and components, including engines, accessories, landing gear, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, heating, air conditioning, and oxygen systems. 
• Repair aircraft discrepancies efficiently, while properly documenting all work performed. 
• Inspection, rigging and adjustment of flight controls and control cables. 
• Phase inspection and repair on Cessna 560 aircraft. 
• Annual inspection on piston engine aircraft. 
• Engine removal, installation, rigging and adjustment of engine controls. 
• Re-fuel, de-fuel and testing of aircraft fuel systems and components. 
• Aircraft pressurization checks; engine run-up and taxi checks. 
• Sheet metal repairs.
• Upholster removal, cleaning, repair and installation.
• Altimeter and transponder recertification. 
• RVSM recertification. 

• A valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate (A&P Certificate)
• 3-5 years’ experience with turbine aircraft (preferred, not required)
• Past Part 135 maintenance work 
• Familiarity with Federal Aviation Regulations relating to aircraft maintenance
• Travel may be required. 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: 

• A valid Driver’s License. 
• A complete set of tools designed for or appropriate for aircraft maintenance. 
• Implementation of a shadow box to minimize risk and FOD. 
• Completion of employment drug screening, FBI fingerprinting check and a 10-year background check. 

  Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately 
• Life Insurance and Long/Short term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines

Compensation for this role ranges from $33 to $60+ per hour, commensurate with experience.

Why choose Vista America? 

• Company Culture: Our culture revolves around problem-solving, teamwork, and industry innovation leadership. 

• No two days will be the same, your career with Vista America will be dynamic, challenging, and exciting.  

• Operational Excellence and Innovation: Industry leader in private aviation with numerous career advancement opportunities. Certified™ Great Place to Work®, highlighting employee satisfaction and career development. 

• Commitment to Safety and Excellence: Wyvern Wingman® Certified, Vista America has a history of performance adhering to rigorous safety practices and continuously surpassing benchmarks.  

• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Over 4,000 aviation experts operating out of 35 offices globally, with modern, state-of-the-art maintenance facilities.  

• Luxury World Class Fleet: We are committed to the highest standards. Our fleet is comprised of highly sought after aircraft, provided with white-glove opulent service that is guided by an obsessive attention to detail and craftsmanship.   

The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.