Aircraft Mechanic I, Airframes (F/A-18)

About the role

Amentum is hiring qualified Aircraft Structural Mechanic I's to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations at NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA, supporting VFA-106. The mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, replaces and rebuilds aircraft structures, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engine, auxiliary power unit and ventilation/heating systems, using hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills.

Key responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and technical data to repair or replace damaged components.
• Perform progressive, phase, periodic and other inspections; examine reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and inspect jet engines and turbine blades for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage and wear.
• Test engines with equipment such as ignition analyzers, compression checkers, jet calibration testers and ammeters.
• Repair or replace engine and airframe components such as carburetors, alternators, fuel controls, pumps and engine-mounted gearboxes, and remove, disassemble, inspect and reinstall engines.
• Adjust, repair or replace electrical wiring and accessories, and perform preflight, in-flight and post-flight inspections.
• Supervise jacking and towing of aircraft, enter maintenance records and verify work completed.

Required profile

• At least 3 years of recent organizational-level F/A-18 A-G aircraft maintenance experience; internal candidates at CFT NAS Oceana may skip this by passing the three required CDI qualification tests.
• Completed Navy Aviation Structural Mechanics AM "A" School or equivalent.
• Must obtain Collateral Duty Inspector qualification within 30 days of hire, and a favorable T3 Secret eligibility status.
• Valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license (North Carolina residents only); US citizenship required for facility credentials.
• Ability to read technical publications and meet physical demands, including standing, climbing, bending and exposure to noise and exhaust fumes.
• Preferred: high school graduate or equivalent, 3 years of F/A-18 CDI/QA experience or FAA A&P license, paint and final finish, ramp stamp, tire and wheel, hydraulic contamination, tow tractor and cart skills, and APU operator certification.

Required skills

• Knowledge and use of special tools and equipment for assigned maintenance tasks.
• Additional licenses required to maintain aircraft.

What we offer

• Pay of $37.57 per hour, plus $7.80 per hour for health and welfare up to 40 hours per week.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, disability insurance, 3.08 hours of paid time off weekly and 11 paid holidays.