LAUNCH Defense — Mojave, California
Estimated salary for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $62,630–$99,130 per year, median $79,870. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
LAUNCH Defense is actively seeking for an experienced A&P Licensed Aircraft Maintenance & System Technician with 5+ years of Aircraft Maintenance and Manufacturing experience and an Active A&P license. Must be comfortable with an alternate work schedule, this position will work on a 9/80 schedule.
The Aircraft Maintenance and Systems Technician will be responsible for fabrication, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and modifications on the carrier aircraft airframe and systems. The candidate should thrive in a high paced environment and be comfortable with the design, development, and test life cycle of rapid aerospace R&D. As the client expands their program base this person may be tasked to other, new projects and in the development of vehicles requiring the skills, knowledge and abilities utilized on this current project.
Why Choose LAUNCH?
A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.
LAUNCH offers all full-time employees the opportunity to enroll in various medical and ancillary benefit plans to allow each employee to find a plan that works best for themselves and their family.
LAUNCH also offers a 401(k) program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards. Call to learn more about eligibility for travel expense reimbursement, bonuses, and fixed rate incentive opportunities.
If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, youve found an employer that can take you to new heights.
Job Pay Details
Job Pay Details Sample Gross Weekly Compensation $1600 Sample Gross Compensation Calculation**
Hourly Rate $20.00
Days Worked Away-from-Home Overnight 5
Hours Worked Per Day/Week 8/40
Taxable Wages ($20.00 x 40 Hours) $800
Nontaxable Per Diem (Expense Reimbursement: $160 x 5 Eligible Days) $800
Gross Compensation $1,600
** This sample is provided as an illustrative example only - all hourly wage rates and per diem expense reimbursement rates are subject to change.
Potential Daily Per Diem $160 Daily Per Diem Expense Reimbursement: Currently up to $160 per eligible day worked away-from-home overnight, not to exceed $800 per week* *In accord with IRS regulations, additional eligibility conditions apply. For more information, please contact hrlaunchtws.com
Hourly Rate Range $18 - $22 Based on experience.
Call 888.888.7195 to learn more about eligibility for travel expense reimbursement, bonuses, and fixed rate incentive opportunities.
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