LOCATION: Calhoun Tennessee and Dayton Tennessee PAY RATE: $30.00 per hour (Starting) – 180 Day Pay Increase upon review Job Type: W2 – Full Time   Industry: Aerospace / Marine / Aviation Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna) Perks: Bonus potential + Training opportunities Qualifying Qu
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General Airframe Technician
Job Description:

LOCATION: Calhoun Tennessee and Dayton Tennessee
PAY RATE: $30.00 per hour (Starting) – 180 Day Pay Increase upon review

Job Type: W2 – Full Time  

Industry: Aerospace / Marine / Aviation

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

Perks: Bonus potential + Training opportunities

Qualifying Questions:

  • Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
  • Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
  • Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Position Overview:

General maintenance technician for maintenance and repair of Twin Engine, Pressurized aircraft. Company is retrofitting Cessna 421s, Cessna 337’s, Bonanzas, Barrons and King Aircraft. Retrofit includes installation of new insulation, ducting, wirings, interiors, windows, flight controls and other misc items.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform airframe maintenance and inspections on civilian aircraft and helicopters
  • Interpret and work from schematics and technical drawings
  • Support heavy maintenance and repair operations
  • Collaborate with the Director of Maintenance and other team members to ensure aircraft readiness

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years of civilian aircraft maintenance experience
  • Strong ability to read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams
  • Experience with inspections and heavy maintenance tasks
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • Prior experience with civilian helicopter models is highly desirable
  • Must have an A/P license
    • Bonus pay for Repairman certificate holders
    • Bonus pay for I/A
    • Bonus pay for type specific certification and training

Compensation:

  • Hourly Rate: $30–$48/hour, based on experience
  • Per Diem: up to $160/day (up to 5 days/week) for eligible project related travel
  • Military veterans receive and automatic $1.50 an hour increase
Job Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Must be proficient in the use of general hand tools, ie, magneto timing, bore scope, wrenches, torque metering equipment, etc.
  • Must have a general understanding of MS, NAS, and An hardware and parts
  • Must have a strong understanding of the FARs
  • Must have a strong knowledge base for IPCs, Service Manuals, OneView (Textron)
  • Must have strong maintenance tracking skills and familiarity with Quantum MX, Corridor, or other maintenance tracking software.
  • Must have general Piston Engine Maintenance Skills
  • Must have general Turbine Engine maintenance Skills
  • Must be compliant with the recordation of their times for billing purposes, recordation of consumables and noting discrepancies and defects during inspection and service.
  • Proficient with hand and power tools used for aircraft interior work
  • Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in confined spaces, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any assigned shift
  • Computer literate
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Fluent in English (read, write, speak, understand)
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR)

Work Environment

The team currently consists of 4 mechanics and is growing. Work hours are Monday to Friday, with an 8 AM or 9 AM start time, and 8-hour workdays. Weekends are as demanded for overflow or AOG – Overtime opportunities available

  • Hangar – Climate Controlled
  • Hangar – Not climate controlled
  • Ramp and Open Air
  • Warehouse and Office

Job Type & Location

  • This is a W2 full time Hire position based out of Dayton and Calhoun Tennessee

About Us:

Callsign provides maintenance for general and business aviation in the Chattanooga, Knoxville and Tri-State regions. Our focus is on Twin Cessnas, King Airs, Bonanza/Barron products and other mid class aircraft. We complete retrofits of these aircraft and are moving to a Part 145 repair station and MRO capabilities with the construction of a new facility with a tentative Move-In date in Q1 2026, with additional facilities placed for 2026 and 2027.

Callsign is adding Avionics, Upholstery, Powerplant Overhaul and Complete Aircraft refit to their capabilities listing.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

Take your career to new heights-apply today!

Management position available –

Extra $5.00 an hour pay starting if you have a current I/A

Company Details
Callsign Aviation
146 S Main Street
Calhoun, Tennessee 37309 USA
www.callsign-aviation.com
2 Open Jobs Available
Aircraft maintenance and upholstery

Benefits:
Healthcare, financial planning

Supported Manufacturers:
Textron (Beech, Cessna, Hawker), Gulfstream, Piper, Cirrus, Aerocommander, Dahar Socata

Supported Models:
King Air Series, Hawker Series, Cessna 340, 310, 337, 414, 421, 425, 441, 182, 206, Citation 525 throug 750, Cirrus SR22, SR20, SV55, Piper Malibu, Meridian, M600, TBM 700-930, Lcyoming, Continental, Pratt and Whitney. Interior and upholstery upgrades
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Job Info
Location
Calhoun, Tennessee, USA
Type
Permanent
Relocation
up to $2500 pending qaulifications review
Travel
Limited - Less than 10 percent of time - local
Salary Range
$30 - $48
Company Details
Callsign Aviation
146 S Main Street
Calhoun, Tennessee 37309 USA
www.callsign-aviation.com
2 Open Jobs Available
Aircraft maintenance and upholstery

Benefits:
Healthcare, financial planning

Supported Manufacturers:
Textron (Beech, Cessna, Hawker), Gulfstream, Piper, Cirrus, Aerocommander, Dahar Socata

Supported Models:
King Air Series, Hawker Series, Cessna 340, 310, 337, 414, 421, 425, 441, 182, 206, Citation 525 throug 750, Cirrus SR22, SR20, SV55, Piper Malibu, Meridian, M600, TBM 700-930, Lcyoming, Continental, Pratt and Whitney. Interior and upholstery upgrades

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