Minimum of three years of aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
Familiarity with aircraft hand tools, special tools, and test equipment.
Knowledge of aircraft safety protocols and operation of firefighting equipment.
Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and publications.
Possession of an FAA A&P certificate is mandatory.
Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.
Valid driver's license required.
Responsibilities
Support sensitive HQ USAF operational plans and air transportation for high-level officials.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance and repairs on complex systems.
Conduct thorough inspections including preflight and phase inspections.
Launch and recover aircraft as needed.
Execute operational checks on all aircraft systems and maintain cleanliness.
Operate ground support equipment and utilize various hand tools and fixtures.
Document maintenance actions in aircraft records and complete IMDS entries.
Maintain safety protocols and perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
Opportunity for Cross Utilization Training (CUT) in multiple maintenance classifications.
Work in a high-stakes environment supporting national security.
Potential for varied shifts including weekends, enhancing work-life flexibility.
Engagement with senior military leaders and foreign dignitaries.
Access to advanced aircraft technology and maintenance practices.
Full Job Description
Essential Responsibilities:
Responsible for support of highly sensitive HQ USAF operational plans and safe air transportation for Cabinet Members, senior military leaders, and visiting foreign dignitaries.
Performs scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, to include repairs, modifies aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components, and applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as; blue prints and manufactures manuals.
Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of complex electrical systems.
Accomplishes inspections including, but not limited to preflight, thru-flight, basic post-flight, and phase inspections.
Launches and recovers aircraft as required.
Performs operational checks of all aircraft systems and maintains aircraft appearance and cleanliness.
Operates all associated ground support equipment and uses hand tools, special tools, and fixtures applicable to aircraft.
Performs all tasks associated with ground movement of aircraft.
Annotates maintenance actions in aircraft records/forms and completes associated IMDS entries.
Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness and prevention and safety at all times.
Performs other duties related to the occupational field as assigned to include TDY and travel.
Must be able to 1st shift, 2nd shift, 3rd shift, and/or weekend shift as required.
Become proficient to perform maintenance in three classifications (aircraft general, jet engines, and pneudraulics) through Cross Utilization Training (CUT).
QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of Three years working knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations is desired.
Knowledge of the use of aircraft hand tools, special tools, and test equipment is desired.
Must have a working knowledge of aircraft safety requirements and know how to operate portable firefighting equipment.
The ability to read, interpret, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications are required.
Must possess an FAA A&P certificate.
Occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
Must possess a valid driver's license and able to obtain a current driver's license.
Compensation Details:
55.99
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.
