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Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Saab 340 Experience Required

CompanyAmeriflight LLC
LocationGrapevine
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 16, 2026
About The Company
Ameriflight is the nation’s largest Part 135 cargo airline, providing reliable, time-critical air cargo and aviation services across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Headquartered at DFW Airport, Ameriflight operates and maintains a fleet of more than 100 aircraft across 11 bases, completing more than 750 departures each week and more than 30,000 flight hours annually. For more than five decades, our pilots, maintenance professionals, and team members have connected businesses and communities, transporting everything from critical supplies and high-value shipments to the everyday goods people depend on. Safety is at the core of everything we do. Together with our customers and partners, we’re building on a proud operating heritage while continuing to strengthen and grow Ameriflight for the future. Ameriflight — Delivering More Than Cargo.
About the Role

Description


Ameriflight is seeking experienced Saab 340 maintenance professionals to support our growing ESCS Charter division. We currently operate four Saab 340 aircraft based in DFW, with additional growth planned.


Please note: This opportunity is exclusively for candidates with prior hands-on Saab 340 maintenance experience. Candidates without Saab 340 experience are encouraged to apply for one of our other maintenance opportunities.


Benefits


Ameriflight strives to provide our employees with a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefits

  • Pay commensurate with experience
  • Opportunity for growth and promotion
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Company provided Life Insurance
  • 401K with company match
  • Vacation

Basic Duties


Ameriflight mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail, which means they are able to gain unique expertise that cannot be found anywhere else.

  • Primary responsibility is supporting the Saab 340 fleet; may provide maintenance support for other fleet types as operational needs require
  • Perform all manner of maintenance on company aircraft in accordance with company policy, manufacturer’s recommendations and Federal Aviation Regulations
  • Inspect, troubleshoot and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems
  • Document work completed per company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations
  • Maintain a clean and safe work area
  • May travel for training, to repair aircraft in the field, and to provide temporary support for other bases
  • Other duties as assigned

Experience

  • Previous experience with Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227, Saab 340B aircraft is preferred
  • Previous experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferred
  • Experience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operation


Requirements

  • Must hold a valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratings
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and be able to communicate effectively with other employees
  • Must be able to interpret documents such as policy, repair and safety manuals
  • Must meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background check
  • Successful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checks
  • Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and meet all company insurance criteria
  • Must be able to work various shifts

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks

Work Environment

  • May work outdoors, in weather as necessary
  • May work near moving aircraft and machinery
  • May work in a potentially noisy work environment

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.


Key Skills
Aircraft maintenanceTroubleshootingAirframe and powerplant repairSaab 340 maintenanceFAA regulations complianceTechnical documentationSafety protocolsMechanical inspection
Categories
TradesTransportationManufacturingEngineering
Benefits
Medical benefitsDental benefitsVision benefitsLife insurance401k with company matchVacation
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The technician is responsible for performing nose-to-tail maintenance, inspections, and repairs on the Saab 340 fleet in accordance with company policy and FAA regulations. They must also document all completed work and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
393
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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