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[Apply on Textron’s careers site →](https://careers.textron.com/jobs/6A4795A4911D4239A7364F8B31795582/job/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Textron](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/) / A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) Mechanic- Various Shifts - Independence, KS ## Job description A&P \(Airframe and Powerplant\) Mechanic\- Various Shifts \- Independence, KS Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands\. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight\. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career\. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one\. Your success is our success\. ### Description We are hiring immediately for an A&P Mechanic \(Independence, KS\) \. What you will be doing as an A & P Mechanic \(Independence, KS\): In this role, you can expect to assemble, troubleshoot, and repair airframes, engines, and systems\. You'll perform essential modification work on aircraft and handle engine and propeller buildup, installation, and adjustments as needed\. Join us and play a crucial role in the future of flight\. Your responsibilities may include \(but are not limited to\): ### Mechanical Duties - Diagnose malfunctions, disassemble, rework, repair, replace, reassemble, and adjust various systems to prepare aircraft for flight and delivery ### Troubleshooting & Repairs - Perform troubleshooting, inspections, repairs, engine runs, and install service bulletins and kits on airframes and engines ### Safety Standards - Execute tasks adhering to the highest safety standards ### Record Keeping - Make appropriate entries in aircraft records and complete return\-to\-service logbook entries ### Engine Maintenance - Conduct engine maintenance on airworthy aircraft and perform annual and continued airworthiness inspections ### Leadership & Training - Train team members, assist in certifications, lead important projects, and drive safety or quality improvements What you need to be successful: - A high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification is required - An A&P license is required - 3 months aircraft maintenance is helpful - Ability to complete task without supervision and take lead on projects is helpful - Ability to be team orientated, goal\-driven, and action orientated is helpful Why join us? Your success is our success\. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to help you and your family members \- now and in the future, beginning day one\. + 401K company match additional annual contribution equal to 4% of eligible compensation - Education assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, compensated at the start of the semester - Flight training bonus program for earning pilot certifications - Fertility and adoption assistance, along with discounted childcare and planning - Free financial consultations and guidance - Explore more benefits here At Textron Aviation, base pay is only one of the parts of our Total Rewards package and is determined within a range\. This provides you the opportunities to grow and develop within your role, and depends on your experience, qualifications, and location\. ### Qualifications Our workforce is made up of individuals throughout the world with a wide range of backgrounds, interests, and passions\. Our unique perspectives lead us to be a world\-class workforce, helping us develop legendary products\. Because we recognize that our differences make us stronger, and studies have shown that some may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly, we welcome everyone to apply to this role if it meets your career goals\. Whether you're in the military community, a recent graduate, or looking for a career change, you could be our next great fit\! ### Kansas Tax Credit Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years\. Visit [https://www\.aircapitaloftheworld\.com/taxcredits](https://www\.aircapitaloftheworld\.com/taxcredits) for more information on the tax credit\. ### EEO Statement Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex \(including pregnancy and sexual orientation\), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law\. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information\. Preference given to Veterans of the U\. S\. Armed Forces\. ### Recruiting Company Textron Aviation ### Primary Location US-Kansas-Independence ### Job Function Manufacturing ### Schedule Full-time ### Job Level Individual Contributor ### Job Type Standard ### Shift First Shift ### Job Posting 10/20/2026, 9:11:59 AM ### Job Number 345768 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 20, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 26, 2026 - Last checked: Nov 2, 2026 - Listed for: 13 days - Location: Independence, KS[Apply on Textron’s careers site →](https://careers.textron.com/jobs/6A4795A4911D4239A7364F8B31795582/job/) ## Hiring at Textron - Open jobs: 632 - New in the last 7 days: After two weekly collections - Tracked since: Jul 12, 2026 [All Textron jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/) · [Weekly hiring report](/reports/hiring/) ## More jobs at Textron ### [2027 Internship - Operations (Independence, KS)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/b333cb0ab0f303cdc3c7/) Independence, KS ### [EHS Engineer - Independence, KS](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/ada345b81e59067852a9/) Independence, KS ### [2027 - Mechanical Engineer I (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/4092363e9ef1415cea39/) Slidell, LA ### [2027 Co-Op - Mechanical Engineer (Uncrewed Land & Air) - Hunt Valley, MD](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/b04254a5f60e5e425d5a/) Hunt Valley, MD ### [2027 Intern - Mechanical Engineering (Lycoming) - Williamsport, PA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/textron/jobs/e5c76ac77e8a88fda3d4/) Williamsport, PA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/american-airlines-group/jobs/13ab44d3260d31f611b4/) American Airlines Group · Richmond, VA ### [Airframe Asmb](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/2f3d531eb00a5c20aaec/) Lockheed Martin · Marietta, GA ### [Airframe Design Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/98a625229f7200344450/) Lockheed Martin · Stratford, CT ### [Aircraft Powerplant Mechanic with Logistics Responsibilities](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/f8afa7b118dac182a225/) Safran · Mobile, AL ### [Airframe Vendor Maintenance - Program Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/united-airlines-holdings/jobs/3e5ba8a2d7bdffbc4a4e/) United Airlines Holdings · Chicago, Illinois, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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