Aircraft Electrician Mechanic I

About the role

Amentum is hiring Aircraft Electrician Mechanic I's to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations at NAS Norfolk, VA (VAW-120). The mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, replaces and rebuilds aircraft structures, systems and engines, reading manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals to determine repair methods.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engine, APU, ventilation and heating systems
• Inspect reciprocating and jet engines for cracks, corrosion, wear and foreign object damage, and test engines with equipment such as ignition analyzers and compression checkers
• Service aircraft engines, fuel and lubrication systems, drive accessories and gearboxes, and perform complete turboshaft/turboprop engine repair
• Repair or replace propeller components and engine-mounted parts, remove and reassemble 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 five years of recent organizational-level E-2C/D aircraft maintenance experience, including three years as a CDI or Quality Assurance Representative
• High school graduate or equivalent, completed Navy Aviation Electrician AE "A" School
• Valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license (if NC resident)
• US citizenship required for facility credentials; T3 Secret Eligible status and contractor verification background check required
• Shift work and detachments required; ability to lift 15-25 pounds regularly and 45 pounds occasionally

Required skills

• Ramp stamp (restricted/unrestricted)
• Power carts and tow tractor (A/M32T, A/M32T-7, A/M32C-21, A/M32A-108, A/M24M-6)
• Confined space qualified (Entrant/Safety Observer) and APU/Low Power Turn Operator
• Ability to read technical publications and safety rules

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $38.74, rising to $39.90 around June 1, 2027
• Paid vacation and 11 paid holidays per year
• 401k and a biweekly vacation accrual based on years of service