Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) Apprenticeships in Grand Prairie, Texas

One path is supervised on-the-job training: log the practical experience required under 14 CFR 65.77 under a certificated mechanic, document it (FAA Form 8610-2), then pass the FAA written, oral, and practical tests (14 CFR 65.75).

Under 14 CFR 65.77, you need at least 18 months of documented practical experience for a single rating (Airframe or Powerplant), or 30 months working both at the same time, under a certificated mechanic — then you pass the FAA written, oral, and practical tests.

Lockheed Martin assembles the F-35 Lightning II stealth fighter in Fort Worth, Texas, where it delivered a record 191 jets in 2025, surpassing the program's previous high of 142. Beyond that, FAA-certified maintenance shops across Grand Prairie, Texas offer on-the-job training where you can log experience toward your A&P certificate under 14 CFR 65.77.

No. Some of the FAA-approved Part 147 aviation maintenance schools in Grand Prairie, Texas include St. Philip's College (San Antonio), Hallmark University (San Antonio), Texarkana College (Texarkana), Aviation Institute of Maintenance (Irving), Aviation Institute of Maintenance (Houston), Tarrant County College — Northwest (Fort Worth), Del Mar College (Corpus Christi), Texas State Technical College (Waco), Texas State Technical College (Abilene), Texas State Technical College (Harlingen), US Aviation Academy (Denton), US Aviation Academy (San Marcos), Dallas College (Dallas). You don't have to attend one — the FAA also recognizes documented on-the-job training under 14 CFR 65.77 as a path to A&P eligibility.

The opportunities listed above are on-the-job training roles offered by maintenance shops; pay and terms are set by each shop and shown on the individual listing.