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Flightcheck Aviation Services

Aircraft line maintenance and de-icing provider

Experienced Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
$47/hr+ $5,000 sign-on bonus + 401(k) company match
Junior
Bensenville, IL, USA
In PersonOccasional travel.
Aerospace EngineeringAviation Operations & Aircraft Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • A valid A&P certification and state driver's license are required.
  • At least 2 years of experience as an aircraft maintenance technician is required.
  • Ability to read, write, and understand English, and to interpret technical data and special operating instructions.
  • Ability to lift and move up to 70 pounds.
  • Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening.
  • Ability to climb ladders ranging from 6 to 10 feet tall.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and comply with aircraft maintenance manuals and other maintenance documents.
  • Ability to work around fumes or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, moving mechanical parts, wet or humid conditions, extreme heat, varied weather, and loud noise.
Responsibilities
  • Perform aircraft line maintenance in accordance with company, FAA, regulatory, and customer standards.
  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including troubleshooting engines, landing gear, hydraulic systems, airframes, electrical systems, and oxygen systems.
  • Remove and replace system components as required.
  • Perform aircraft maintenance according to the company's RSM and QCM, customer procedures, FARs, and other applicable rules and regulations.
  • Complete assigned job functions safely, reliably, efficiently, and to quality standards.
  • Complete aircraft maintenance assignments to ensure aircraft airworthiness.
  • Complete company, customer, and regulatory documents accurately.
  • Use and operate support equipment, including servicing units, jacks, lifts, and calibrated tooling.
  • Travel occasionally.
  • Perform other assigned duties.
Desired Qualifications
  • B737MAX experience.
  • B767-200/300 experience.
  • B747-400/-8 experience.
  • B777-200/300 experience.
  • B787-8/9/10 experience.
  • A350-900/1000 experience.

About the company

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Flightcheck Aviation Services

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Flightcheck Aviation Services provides maintenance and support services for commercial airlines at major U.S. airports. It offers on-site aircraft line maintenance, technical handling, aircraft de-icing, and limited ground handling for multiple domestic and international airlines, operating at Chicago O’Hare and expanding to Washington Dulles, Las Vegas, and Chicago Rockford. The company works by performing routine maintenance checks and troubleshooting on aircraft at the gate or ramp, servicing planes as they arrive or depart to keep flights on schedule. It differentiates itself through its scale and reach—being the largest commercial line maintenance provider in the Chicago area and growing to multiple airports—along with a long track record (founded in 2004, handling thousands of flights). Its goal is to support airlines by ensuring safe, timely departures and smooth turnarounds with reliable technical and de-icing services.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Bensenville, Illinois

Founded

2004

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What believers are saying

  • August 2026 Avsoft training agreement strengthens technician capability for Dash 8-400 support.
  • Multiple active duty lines across major airports show ongoing airline customer relationships.
  • Recent open positions signal continued demand and possible station-level expansion.

What critics are saying

  • EASA approval expires June 30, 2026, threatening European work if renewal slips.
  • One-job Indeed listing suggests thin hiring capacity and uneven growth visibility.
  • Asset-light line maintenance faces fierce pressure from MRO rivals like AAR and West Star.

What makes Flightcheck Aviation Services unique

  • FAA K0JR277Y and EASA.145.5975 certifications support international line maintenance credibility.
  • 24/7 U.S. airline maintenance coverage spans ORD, IAD, RFD, LAS, SAV, BWI, Louisville.
  • 2024 KTI acquisition expanded Northeast footprint and added maintenance depth.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Training Programs
  • Paid Holidays

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

15%

2 year growth

15%
Business Wire
Dec 30th, 2023
Generational Equity Advises Keenan Technical Industries in its Sale to Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services

Keenan Technical Industries, a Generational Equity client, was acquired by Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services.

Business Wire
Dec 29th, 2023
Generational Equity Advises Keenan Technical Industries in its Sale to Flightcheck Commercial Aviation Services

"KTI established a strong regional market position by providing best-in-class customer service and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to safety, making this a compelling opportunity to expand Flightcheck's footprint into the Northeast region and deliver top-quality services to our customers across multiple locations.