Amentum

C12 Avionics Manager - Pax River, MD

Amentum$120K — $135K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of aircraft avionics maintenance experience
  • Current FCC General Radio Telephone Operator License
  • Experience managing complex avionics modifications
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US DoD Secret Security Clearance
  • High School Diploma/GED required

Responsibilities

  • Oversee scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and direct maintenance personnel
  • Support maintenance material control focusing on system software and tools
  • Develop and implement maintenance schedules for avionics systems
  • Establish safety protocols for avionics equipment maintenance
  • Oversee major and minor aircraft inspections
  • Manage aircraft launch and recovery procedures
  • Supply contractor-owned spares and support equipment
  • Repair and overhaul repairable spares at FAA certified repair stations

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

Please note this opportunity is contingent upon award:

As the Avionics Manager, you are the focal point the effort for supporting and maintaining all avionics maintenance and applicable modification activities the United States Naval UC-12 aircraft fleet at 17 CONUS and OCONUS locations.    Primary focus will be on avionics subsystems, and associated support equipment.  You will oversee the communications, navigation, monitoring, flight control systems, and other electronic systems vital for safe and efficient operations.

Responsibilities include:

  • Oversight of all scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance and direction of maintenance personnel.

  • Support maintenance material control, which focuses on system software, and special tools/equipment.   

  • Develop and implement maintenance schedules to ensure all avionics systems are operational and meet regulatory standards.

  • Establish safety protocols for the repair and maintenance of avionics equipment.

  • Oversight of major and minor inspections.

  • Launch and recovery of the aircraft

  • Supply of all Contractor owned spares and support equipment through a Contractor Owned and Maintained Parts (COMP)

  • Repair and overhaul of all repairable spares at Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified repair stations; maintenance and repair of all support equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • 10 years or more of aircraft avionics maintenance experience

  • Possess a current Federal Communications Commission (FCC) General Radio Telephone Operator License

  • Experience managing complex aircraft avionics modifications

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a United States DoD Secret Security Clearance. NOTE: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a United States DoD Secret Security Clearance.

  • High School Diploma/GED minimally required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous Naval or Marine Corps service and/or contracting experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Aviation, Engineering, Logistics, Management, or related field

  • Three years or more advanced troubleshooting of electronic flight instrument systems.

Compensation Range: $120K - $135K

Compensation Details:

120K - 135K

       

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:

09/01/2026 - Until Filled

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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