Mobile Support Unit Aircraft Technician CVG

Join Our Team at Wheels Up

At Wheels Up were proud to be a global leader in on-demand private aviation. As one of the largest companies in the industry and a strategic partner of Delta Air Lines we are committed to making private air travel safe reliable and enjoyable. With a diverse fleet of owned aircraft plus a global network of trusted charter operators we offer our customers access to the right aircraft for their needs and the ability to fly on their terms.

And it doesnt stop at private flights. Wheels Up also provides freight services safety and security solutions and managed services to individuals businesses government agencies and more. Regardless of how when or where you want to fly our mission is simple; deliver a premium personalized aviation experience for every customer.

We anticipate closing applications submissions for this role on 10/30/2026 at 12:00 PM ET. If the deadline is extended we will update this job posting accordingly

Location: Cincinnati OH (KCVG)

Role Overview: What Youll Be Doing

The Mobile Support Unit Aircraft Technician in the Cincinnati OH (KCVG) area will perform a variety of aircraft modifications and maintenance functions on AOG aircraft on road trips. Duties include advanced troubleshooting removal and installation of airframe components landing gear engine components electrical components control systems and any other maintenance requirements required to return aircraft to service.

Your Key Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Provides remote and on-site troubleshooting support to aircraft experiencing AOG events and coordinates corrective actions to safely return aircraft to service.
• Perform maintenance and servicing of all aircraft mechanical and avionics systems
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently to perform assigned maintenance and avionics tasks.
• Ensures that all work accomplished meets quality standards maintenance manuals FAA regulations and company policies.
• Works directly with Maintenance Control OEM technical support vendors FBOs and operational stakeholders to expedite maintenance events and minimize aircraft downtime.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with scheduling flight crews Technical Support vendors and leadership.
• Provides regular updates on aircraft status and all support activity to MCC and leadership as needed.
• Operates and supervises the use of special support equipment utilized in the removal and installation of major aircraft components.
• Coordinates and assists with aircraft movements alongside Line Service and FBO personnel.
• Responsible for coordinating ordering receiving and inspecting all tooling parts and materials needed to support maintenance activities.
• Properly completes work order signoffs logbook entries shift turnovers expense reports and all other required documentation in a timely manner.
• Properly identifies tags and stores aircraft components parts and company property securely and safely.
• Responsible for inspecting the MSU vehicle monitoring tool calibration status maintaining inventory levels and ensuring hazmat compliance.
• Arranges the shipment and return of core units tooling and equipment to the appropriate locations.
• Reliable self-motivated and able to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining a professional attitude in time-sensitive situations.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships and positively represents the Wheels Up brand when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assists in the training and development of junior technicians and new team members.
• Responsible for maintaining all required company and regulatory training requirements.

What You Bring to the Table: Education & Certification Requirements

Were looking for someone who has a unique mix of experience skills and passion for what we do:

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required.
• Valid Drivers License required
• 4 years combined experience in inspection maintenance or servicing of corporate type aircraft
• 2 years Phenom 300 and Challenger 350 aircraft experience
• Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for the noted aircraft models and systems.
• Previous hands-on Mobile AOG experience supporting aircraft in the field through troubleshooting repairs and aircraft recovery efforts.
• Experience utilizing aviation maintenance tracking systems such as Corridor CAMP Traxxall Flightdocs Quantum Control Ramco or similar platforms.

The Extras We Value (Preferred Requirements)

While not mandatory here are some additional things that would make you stand out:

• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.
• FCC license preferred.
• Formal training (FlightSafety Maintenance Initial or equivalent) in the Phenom 300 and/or Challenger 300/350 preferred.
• Additional experience supporting current and legacy Wheels Up aircraft platforms including King Air Citation Hawker Beechjet and Gulfstream aircraft is highly valued and may help distinguish candidates who bring broader fleet knowledge technical versatility and experience beyond the minimum requirements of the role.
• Experience performing maintenance within a Part 135 operation.
• Previous experience serving as a Lead Technician Crew Chief Maintenance Lead or technical mentor.
• Experience working directly with OEM technical support teams vendors maintenance control and flight operations teams to coordinate and expedite maintenance events.
• Military aviation maintenance experience or factory/OEM training on Bombardier Embraer Gulfstream Textron or Beechcraft aircraft.
• Extensive hands-on troubleshooting experience across multiple aircraft systems including avionics electrical hydraulics powerplant structures environmental and flight control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to travel extensively and effectively support aircraft maintenance events with minimal supervision in a mobile field environment.

Physical Requirements

We want to make sure youre fully equipped for success. Heres a look at any physical requirements needed for this role:

• Ability tolift carry push and pull up to 50 poundsroutinely
• Ability tostand walk kneel crouch crawl bend and twistfor extended periods
• Ability toclimb ladders stairs and aircraft structures including wings and maintenance stands
• Ability towork in confined spaces including fuselage compartments and under aircraft
• Ability touse hands and arms continuouslyfor handling tools parts and equipment with precision
• Ability towork overhead and at varying heights
• Ability toread and interpret technical manuals schematics and digital displays
• Ability tocommunicate effectivelyin high-noise environments (with hearing protection as required)
• Ability towork outdoorsin varying weather conditions (heat cold wind rain)
• Ability totravel on short noticeand workextended or irregular hours including nights weekends and holidays
• Ability tomeet vision requirements including close vision distance vision color vision depth perception and field of vision

What We Offer: Salary Range & Benefits

At Wheels Up we believe in fair and competitive compensation based on experience technical qualifications certifications and directly applicable aircraft maintenance expertise. The pay for this role starts at $50.00 per hour. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors and your placement within the pay structure will be based on the experience qualifications certifications training and fleet-specific expertise you bring to the table.

Because this position requires a minimum of two years of hands-on maintenance experience supporting Challenger 300/350 and Phenom 300 aircraft the starting rate reflects the specialized qualifications required for who exceed the minimum qualifications and/or possess additional experience certifications training or expertise outlined in the Preferred Requirements section may stand out as particularly competitive candidates during the evaluation and selection process.

We also offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and personal life including:

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive 401(k)
• Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• Complimentary access to mental health and wellness counseling through Spring Health
• Financial planning assistance through WellCents
• A variety of additional programs and services in support of your total well-being

Everyone is welcome here

Each of us is unique and thats what makes us amazing. We believe theres power in bringing people with different backgrounds points of view and life experiences together. So bring yourself and your best ideas.

Wheels Up is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is our policy to apply recruiting hiring training promotion compensation and professional development practices and make all other employment decisions without regard to actual or perceived race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws regulations or ordinances.

Because when we feel safe and comfortable being ourselves theres no limit to what we can achieve.

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We look forward to learning more about you and how you can contribute to the Wheels Up journey!