Job Description

Overview

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) is a provider of military and commercial engineering services, specializing in systems integration technologies and reliability improvements. They are seeking an Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic to provide technical expertise and support in San Angelo, TX.

Responsibilities

  • Assist supervision and management in the implementation and enforcement of policies and procedures.
  • Provide training and oversight to less experienced A&P specialists.
  • Assist in the development of training programs.
  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
  • Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals adhering to company approved procedures.
  • Responsible for powerplant development.
  • Repair fuel and/or oil leaks and/or engine problems as required.
  • May remove and replace airframe and/or engine components as needed.
  • Review aircraft records to ensure all required maintenance and documentation is completed.
  • May troubleshoot and repair aircraft independently.
  • May inspect, test, maintain and operate ground support equipment.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations.
  • Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment.
  • Effectively utilize company provided aides and software programs to enhance troubleshooting.

Requirements

  • Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and five or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience.
  • An FAA Airframe and Powerplant License may be required.
  • May require extensive travel and/or CONUS or OCONUS deployment.
  • Must demonstrate sound decision making skills and the ability to resolve issues independently.
  • Must be self-directed in identifying work assignments.
  • Must possess considerable knowledge of the job and a broad understanding of the detailed aspects.
  • Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with employees and customers.
  • Strong leadership, organization, and planning skills.
  • Must be able to successfully complete the customer required Department of Homeland Security (DHS) background investigation.
  • Must be available and willing to work flexible schedules, including any shift in a 24/7 operational environment.

How this job compares in San Angelo, TX

Pay in context

At roughly $37/hr, this posting sits about 31% above the $28/hr median for welding jobs across Texas — toward the top of a $23–$35/hr middle band drawn from 422 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 79% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. Pay that far above local median usually comes attached to something: a harder cert requirement, travel, night shift, or overtime that isn't really optional. Worth establishing which before you accept.

The local market in San Angelo, TX

San Angelo, TX currently has 5 other active welding openings besides this one, spread across 4 employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,256 other active welding openings from 561 employers. That's enough local activity to be worth comparing two or three offers before committing. Browse every welding job in San Angelo, or widen the search to Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Austin Industries (34), Welding Shop in Austin, TX (27), and Zachry Group (23). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Pasadena at $36/hr, Dallas at $35/hr, and Midlothian at $35/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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