C-12 / King Air Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P)

About the role

Amentum is recruiting an Army C-12 / King Air aircraft mechanic (FAA A&P) for the Holloman site. The mechanic performs organizational and intermediate-level maintenance on Army C-12 / King Air 200, 350 and 1900 aircraft, servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying avionics, electrical systems, engines, flight controls and airframe components. The site offers three employment levels (AM-1, AM-2, AM-3) based on years of hands-on experience on the assigned aircraft.

Key responsibilities

• Servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying aircraft systems to keep them airworthy
• Perform repairs with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills
• Record discrepancies and comply with aircraft records procedures (DA PAM 738-751)
• Use computerized maintenance software and read manufacturer maintenance manuals and service bulletins
• Perform aircraft recovery missions and engine run or taxi operations
• Meet the certification requirement within 12 months of employment

Required profile

• Valid FAA A&P certificate and US citizenship (required for Secret clearance and base access)
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver's license and own mechanic tools and toolbox, etched with the mechanic's PID
• Willingness to work any shift; current shift is day shift (0600-1430, 40 hours per week, M-F)
• English speaking, reading, writing and understanding
• Physical ability to stand, squat, sit, walk and lift up to 50 lbs, and to move freely inside the aircraft

Experience levels

• AM-1: 2 years of A&P mechanic experience, with at least 2 years of specific C-12/King Air experience preferred
• AM-2: 5 years of specific C-12/King Air hands-on A&P experience
• AM-3: 10 years of FAA A&P experience and 13 years of specific C-12/King Air experience

What we offer

• Pay range of $44.43-$51.53 depending on level
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, educational reimbursement and parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, pet insurance