Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Mechanic

About the role

Amentum supports the New York Air National Guard and the US Air Force aircraft contracted by the United States Antarctica Program, including the LC-130, C-17, B-757, A-319, L-100, C-130, Basler and Twin Otter. The AGE Mechanic maintains equipment in serviceable condition, performs servicing inspections and repairs, and provides airfield manager status of runways and skiways for aircraft movement.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain and repair aerospace ground equipment in the field or in a shop, with little supervision
• Perform service, maintenance, repair and overhaul in line with manufacturer recommendations and Air Force Technical Orders
• Overhaul, repair or maintain gasoline and diesel-powered equipment, and inspect lift equipment before issue
• Operate shop equipment such as load banks, welders, compressors, presses and nitrogen charging units
• Inspect and maintain generator sets, and service aircraft latrines and urinals
• Work from work orders, document work performed, maintain records and generate reports
• Recommend parts resupply to the AGE Mechanic Lead and hand over work between shifts
• Lift, move and install parts and equipment, and work outdoors in severe weather on rotating shifts
• Maintain a clean, orderly and safe workplace and comply with EHS and quality requirements

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED
• At least four years of experience with diesel and gasoline engines, electrical/electronic and hydraulic systems
• Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods, with medical, dental, drug screening and background checks completed
• Ability to lift heavy loads, climb in and out of equipment, crawl and work outdoors in extreme cold
• Valid US driver's license; US citizenship required for facility credentials at this location
• Preferred: two years of technical school or similar military training

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and computer-based documentation of work orders and inventory
• Use of diagnostic equipment and procedures to correct equipment faults