Aircraft Mechanic I

About the role

Amentum is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic I who repairs engines, sheet metal, structural, hydraulic, electrical, power train and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty. The mechanic makes repairs to aircraft, follows the direction of higher-grade workers and troubleshoots malfunctions in structure, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engine, auxiliary power unit and ventilation/heating systems. The work is done in a shop environment.

Key responsibilities

• Repair, replace and rebuild aircraft structures such as wings and fuselage, rigging, surface controls, plumbing and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills.
• Replace or repair engine parts such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps and engine-mounted gearboxes, and remove, disassemble, inspect and reassemble engines.
• Adjust, repair or replace electrical wiring and aircraft accessories, and perform preflight, in-flight and post-flight maintenance inspections.
• Service engines and airframe components at the line station, and supervise jacking and towing of aircraft.
• Maintain maintenance records, enter descriptions of work performed and verify satisfactory completion.
• Perform miscellaneous duties such as flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts and checking brakes.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years of recent aircraft, vehicle or missile, or related weapon system experience required; five years desired.
• Thorough knowledge of technical publications on aircraft, missile or vehicle maintenance.
• Knowledge of maintenance categories and their application to the contract unit.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate a government general-purpose vehicle; facility credentials required, which need US citizenship.

Required skills

• Theory of engine operation, flight controls rigging, electrical and electronic, pneumatic and mechanical principles.
• Reading and interpreting maintenance manuals, service bulletins, blueprints, wiring diagrams and specifications.
• Sheet metal, properties of materials, fuels and oils.
• Ability to inspect, repair and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.

What we offer

• Pay of $38.74 per hour, rising to $39.90 around June 1, 2027, under the collective bargaining agreement.
• Paid vacation and 11 paid holidays per year (prorated).
• Annual vacation accrual of 80, 120 or 160 hours depending on years of service.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, parental leave, educational reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, pet insurance and disability and life insurance.