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Overview

The Helicopter Mechanic position in Mesa, AZ involves assisting with the maintenance and repair of AH-64 mechanical components over a 12-month assignment. The role requires regular attendance and includes tasks such as troubleshooting and validating aerospace systems.

Responsibilities

  • Assists with disassembly of systems components to support the correction of failures or implement changes.
  • Assists with basic troubleshooting of pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.
  • Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
  • Fabricates and modifies aerospace products according to specifications.
  • Assists with tasks associated with the safe handling of a simple aerospace vehicle.
  • Daily tasks include repair, modification and or assembly of AH-64 mechanical components.

Requirements

  • Requires proficiency in reading and writing in English.
  • Ability to pass certification classes including Torque, Safety Practices, Mixing and Sealant, and Precision Measuring Equipment.
  • Candidates must be computer literate to follow work instructions and record maintenance and labor activities.
  • Must be able to lift 35lbs and remain standing for extended periods of time.
  • Typically acquired through basic education (e.g. high school diploma/GED).
  • Previous AH-64 or similar aircraft experience is preferred.

Additional Information

  • Location: Mesa, AZ
  • Duration: 12 Months assignment
  • Shift Schedule: 4/10 Mon-Fri (5 am to 3:30 pm)
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How this job compares in Mesa, AZ

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs in Mesa, AZ currently run a median of $29/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $25–$34/hr across 26 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Mesa, AZ

We're tracking 68 other active welding openings in Mesa, AZ right now, from 39 different employers. 21 of them were added in the last week. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 509 other active welding openings from 257 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Mesa, or widen the search to Arizona.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Sundt Construction (29), Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (20), and EZARC (16). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Tempe at $32/hr, Phoenix at $30/hr, and Surprise at $30/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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