Aircraft Mechanic - Powerplant (VMG)

About the role

Amentum is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic-Powerplant (VMG) to perform organizational, intermediate and limited depot-level maintenance on assigned aircraft, components and equipment. The role covers inspection, operational testing, repair, modification and troubleshooting of power plant systems, and provides technical guidance to other employees. Work is usually done in a hangar, shop or flight-line environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft main, auxiliary and secondary power systems, fuel systems, engine-level and bleed air components.
• Perform troubleshooting, testing and low/high-power operational checks, replacing or repairing fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes and compressor bleed valves.
• Remove engines, inspect organizational-level parts, repair or replace defective parts and reinstall engines.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical directives, test specifications, procedures and safety manuals.
• May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent, with at least three years of experience.
• Experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention; personnel must be qualified for their field and maintenance level.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government clearance (US citizenship required); prior military members must show a DD214 with an honorable discharge.
• Valid state driver's license, ability to work all shifts and schedules, and recent experience with F-18A-F, EA-18G, E-2C or F-16A-B aircraft.
• Physical demands of hangar/shop work, lifting up to 70 pounds, and exposure to noise, fumes, cold and electrical hazards.

Required skills

• NALCOMIS/OOMA training preferred; Hazardous Waste, FOD and TCP, ORM and Fuel Surveillance training required.
• Preferred: NALCOMIS/OOMA, ESD, Support Equipment Operator's license, aircraft towing certification, aircraft brake rider certification, and plane captain qualification.

What we offer

• Pay of $54.47 per hour (CBA rate).
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, parental leave, educational reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, pet insurance and disability and life insurance.