Amentum

Aircraft Mechanic - ALSS VMG

Amentum$113K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Qualified PR 'A' School graduate or Air Force school graduate as per regulations.
  • 3-5 years practical experience in organizational or intermediate maintenance required.
  • Expertise in corrosion detection, treatment, and prevention.
  • Experience with specific aircraft models: F-18A-F, EA-18G, E-2C, MH-60S, or F-16A/B.
  • In-depth knowledge of maintenance manuals, technical publications, and special tools/equipment.
  • Must possess strong customer orientation and ability to obtain a US Secret Clearance.
  • Valid state driver's license and high school diploma required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and inspections on assigned aircraft and equipment.
  • Install and remove safety devices and parachutes as necessary.
  • Maintain and repair pilots' safety equipment including helmets and survival kits.
  • Manage checkout and return records for aircrew survival gear.
  • Conduct inspections and treatments on safety equipment to ensure functionality and safety.
  • Report on the condition and usage of survival gear to aircrew members.
  • Oversee foreign object damage (FOD) and hazardous waste programs.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description
  • The Aircraft Mechanic-Aviation Life Support Services (PR) performs organizational, intermediate and limited depot level maintenance to include inspection, operational test, repair, modification and troubleshooting on all assigned aircraft, components and equipment. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance and instruction to other employees as needed. Interpret IETMS, Maintenance Instruction Manuals, and Company directives to perform maintenance.
  • Install and remove cartridge actuated devices and propulsion actuated devices.
  • Pack, unpack, preserve and maintain parachutes and seat survival kits.
  • Repair, fit, maintain and preserve pilots' personal equipment.
  • Issues and receives aircrew survival equipment. Initiate and update checkout/return records.
  • Assemble, place in service and perform calendar inspections on oxygen mask assemblies, survival vest, helmets and other related safety/survival equipment.
  • Perform aircraft conditional and special inspections of installed safety/survival equipment. Identifies and treats corrosion.
  • Briefs and debriefs aircrew on use and condition of survival equipment.
  • Maintains foreign object damage (FOD), hazardous waste, and tool control programs.

Minimum Requirements

  • Shall be a qualified PR "A" School graduate or Air Force school graduate IAW COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Series.
  • Minimum of three years within the last five years practical experience at the organizational or intermediate level is required.
  • Must have experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention.
  • Shall be qualified according to their field of expertise and the level of maintenance assigned. Recent experience with F-18A-F, EA-18G, E-2C, MH-60S or F-16A/B aircraft required
  • Possess a high degree of expertise of aircraft systems.
  • Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals, publications, instructions and special tools and test equipment.
  • Must be familiar with operational capabilities and limitations of aircraft systems.
  • Previous Military must provide member 4 DD214 with Honorable Discharge
  • Must be customer oriented.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Government Clearance
  • Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
  • Possess valid State Driver's license.
  • High School diploma

Preferred Qualifications

LICENSING, CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Formal/Specialized Training or Equivalent
• Hazardous Waste Communication Training
• FOD and TCP Awareness Trained
• Security Clearance Awareness Training
• COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Program Awareness

• OOMA/NALCOMIS Trained • Valid State Driver's License
• ESD Trained
• Support Equipment Operator's License
• Collateral Duty Inspector (as directed)
• Egress System Checkout
• Non-Nuclear Ordnance Explosive Handling Certified
• Plane Captain Qualified
• Aircraft Towing Certified
• Aircraft Brake Rider Certified
• Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training
• Fuel Surveillance Trained
  • Possess a thorough working knowledge of the detection, prevention and treatment of corrosions/Working Environment
  • This classification activity is usually accomplished in a hangar/shop/flight line environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with these activities.
  • May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 70 pounds.
  • Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.
  • The diversity of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to severe changes of temperature; wind, rain, snow, ice, etc. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards.
  • May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING HOURLY Rate of Pay: $54.47 (Hourly rate set by CBA)

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

Compensation Details:
$54.47

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance


Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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