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Experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Delta Airlines Charlotte $26/Hour

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Join the Delta Airlines Team as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Charlotte

Are you a skilled and detail-oriented Aircraft Maintenance Technician looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for ensuring the safety and airworthiness of aircraft? Delta Airlines is seeking an experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join our team in Charlotte, NC. As a key member of our Technical Operations team, you will play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our fleet and providing exceptional service to our customers.

About Delta Airlines

Delta Airlines is one of the world's leading airlines, with a rich history and a commitment to excellence. Our culture is built on a shared dedication to living our values - Care, Honesty, Flexibility, Employee Service, and Teamwork - every day, in everything we do. At Delta, our people are our prosperity. We're passionate about connecting people and communities, and we're dedicated to making a positive impact on the world around us.

Job Responsibilities

As an Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Delta Airlines, you will be responsible for:

  • Performing all work activities in accordance with established regulations, guidelines, standards, safety protocols, and procedures to ensure the safety of self and others.
  • Assessing aircraft or aircraft parts, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, tires, and engines for damage, defects, corrosion, or other wear to ensure airworthiness.
  • Recommending replacement, repair, or adjustment of aircraft hardware based on inspection.
  • Reporting issues, breakdowns, unusual wear, or damage to proper staff, as required.
  • Installing, removing, or modifying aircraft designs, systems, or parts, following drawings, schematics, diagrams, engineering orders, and technical publications.
  • Repairing worn, defective, or damaged parts or components (e.g., damaged gaskets, lines and couplings, cables, and pulleys), using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment.
  • Reviewing completed work to verify that maintenance adheres to standards and procedures, and that aircraft are ready for operation.
  • Interpreting logs or records (written or verbal) to understand the history and nature of the issue, to troubleshoot the issue, and to identify potential next steps (e.g., repair, defer, replace).
  • Researching, reading, and interpreting technical manuals and guides to perform inspections, installations, repairs, or other work activities.
  • Reviewing maintenance records to determine whether service and maintenance checks, repairs, and upgrades were performed at recommended intervals.
  • Maintaining repair logs, recording all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance activities.
  • Serving as a technical expert or mentor by providing advice and corrective recommendations to others.
  • Using computers, computer systems, and other technologies to enter, report, access, retrieve, or communicate information.

Essential Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must have:

  • An FAA Airframe and Power Plant Permit.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • The ability to pass a background check, including a government-required fingerprint-based criminal history records check.
  • The ability to pass a DOT-required pre-employment drug screen and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.
  • The ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • A high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
  • Being at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the US.

Preferred Qualifications

To give you a competitive edge, you should have:

  • One year of relevant employment experience.
  • Prior military experience.
  • Previous work experience in the airline industry.
  • Status as a current Delta employee.
  • One year of mechanical experience (beyond educational experience).
  • One year of aircraft maintenance experience (beyond educational experience).
  • One year of heavy stream support experience (beyond educational experience).
  • Prior electronics/avionics experience or FCC permit.

What We Offer

At Delta Airlines, we're committed to helping you achieve your career goals and live a fulfilling life. We offer:

  • Competitive compensation, industry-leading profit-sharing program, and performance incentives.
  • 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%.
  • Paid time off, including vacations, holidays, paid personal time, maternity and parental leave.
  • Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short/long-term disability, and life benefits.
  • Family care support through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized backup care, and programs that help with family needs at all stages.
  • Comprehensive Well-being programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
  • Domestic and International space-available flight benefits for employees and qualified relatives.
  • Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals.
  • Global opportunities to participate in community service and creative endeavors focused on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.
  • Business Resource Groups to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective, and help implement strategies.
  • Recognition rewards and grants through the platform Relentless Together.
  • Access to over 500 discounts, special savings, and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks.

Why Join Delta Airlines?

At Delta Airlines, we're passionate about connecting people and communities. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world around us. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • Be part of a dynamic and growing organization.
  • Develop your skills and expertise in a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Contribute to the success of our company and make a real difference in the lives of our customers.
  • Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.
  • Take advantage of career development opportunities and training programs.
  • Be part of a diverse and inclusive community that values teamwork and collaboration.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a motivated and experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a member of our team, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of our fleet and providing exceptional service to our customers.

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding new role!

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