Aircraft Mechanics for hire in Lafayette, LA
Find aircraft mechanics who specialize in the maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of various aircraft systems, utilizing technical skills and knowledge of aviation regulations to ensure airworthiness. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Lafayette, LA to make your hiring faster and simpler.
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Most popular skills
- Mechanic Experience
- 7%
- Maintenance
- 6%
- Communication Skills
- 5%
Education level
- High school diploma or GED
- 61%
- Associate's degree
- 21%
- Bachelor's degree
- 12%
Years of experience
- More than 10 years
- 70%
- 6-10 years
- 20%
- 3-5 years
- 10%
Current company
U S Air Force
US Army
Boeing
Time at current job
- 2-5 years
- 57%
- Less than a year
- 14%
- 1-2 years
- 14%
Browse Indeed's database of 170 profiles for Aircraft Mechanics in Lafayette, LA
Last updated: Nov 11, 2026
Aircraft Mechanic: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Lafayette, LA: $90,101 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $70,260 – $115,544 yearly
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Aircraft Structural Maintenance (2A7X3)
Duson, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DDriver's LicenseCertified Managed Care NurseSecret ClearanceDiesel Mechanic CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingLeadershipOrganizational SkillsService Technician ExperienceHelicopter Mechanic
Youngsville, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
CISSPFirst Aid CertificationCompTIA Security+Driver's LicenseCPRSecret Clearance+1 moreSkills
Mechanic ExperienceOhmmeterOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingAircraft Maintenance Technician
Carencro, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Radiotelephone Operator LicenseAirframe & Powerplant LicenseCommercial Pilot License (CPL)Driver's LicenseInstrument Rating (IR)Pilot LicenseSkills
VFRMaintenanceAircraft MaintenanceAviationFederal Aviation RegulationsMechanical KnowledgeAvionics Technician / A&P; Mechanic
Broussard, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Airframe & Powerplant LicenseDriver's LicenseIATA CertificationSkills
Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipHazmatHazardous Materials ManagementHazardous Material HandlingComplianceAirframe and Powerplant Mechanic
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitClass DClass D SecurityAirframe & Powerplant LicenseDriver's LicenseForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementCommunication SkillsSchedule ManagementInterpreting Technical DrawingsBlueprint ReadingCarpentryA&P Mechanic
Lafayette, Louisiana
Licenses & certifications
Airframe & Powerplant LicenseLean Six Sigma Yellow BeltSkills
TrainingMaintenanceAviationTeaching Experience Within Aviation IndustryAirframeAerospace Maintenance and Repair Projects
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What's the average time to fill an aircraft mechanic role?
The average time to fill an aircraft mechanic role is 73 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do aircraft mechanics tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for an aircraft mechanic include: mechanic experience, maintenance and communication skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for aircraft mechanics?
Common licenses or certifications for aircraft mechanics include: Airframe & Powerplant License, Driver's License and CPR.
What are some job titles related to aircraft mechanics?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to aircraft mechanics include: aviation safety inspector / principal avionics inspector / international ASI, aircraft maintenance technician and avionics technician / a&p; mechanic.
What level of education is common for an aircraft mechanic?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for an aircraft mechanic in Lafayette, LA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for an aircraft mechanic?
Most aircraft mechanics have 17 years of professional experience.
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