Aircraft Mechanic - Customs and Border Protection

About the role

Amentum is recruiting an Aircraft Mechanic for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The CBP Aircraft Mechanic performs maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection and servicing of assigned aircraft in an aircraft maintenance and operations environment, in line with applicable instructions.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain, inspect, repair and modify aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR, DoD regulations, technical manuals and other data
• Perform daily and turnaround inspections on all assigned aircraft
• Inspect, control corrosion, troubleshoot and isolate faults on aircraft systems
• Fly on government aircraft for relocation, in-flight checks and troubleshooting that cannot be done on the ground
• Travel to temporary duty sites inside and outside the United States, and occasionally travel to support customers' missions
• Furnish own hand tools; special tools and test equipment are provided by the customer

Required profile

• High school graduate or equivalent from an accredited program
• Valid FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings
• Valid State driver's license and willingness to undergo random drug tests
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Competent in repair and maintenance of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, including airframes, structures, hydraulics, fuel and electrical systems and engines
• Physical ability to stand, squat, sit, work with arms overhead for long periods, pull, push and lift up to 50 lbs, and possibly wear a respirator or ear protection
• English-speaking, able to read and interpret technical data, and able to meet deadlines

Preferred qualifications

• At least two years of experience working on rotary-wing aircraft
• Experience with the UH-60 Black Hawk is highly desired

The posted hourly rate is $42.54. The position was originally posted on 08/03/2026 until filled.