Aircraft Mechanic - Avionics (RW) - NAWDC GT

About the role

Amentum is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic-Avionics for the Naval Air Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NAWDC) Group Test. The role performs organizational, intermediate and limited depot-level maintenance, including inspection, operational test, repair, modification and troubleshooting, on assigned aircraft, components and equipment. Work is usually done in a hangar, shop or flight-line environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform testing and troubleshooting of weapons systems, complex avionics/electrical systems, communications/navigation, electronic flight control, fuel, power generators, power distribution, lighting, flight instruments, engine and control indications, ATFLIR, ECM and radar systems.
• Provide technical assistance, guidance and instruction to other employees, and assist aircrew during debriefs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical directives, test specifications, technical publications, procedures and safety manuals.
• Lift objects up to 70 pounds and work in conditions that may involve noise, fumes, electrical shock hazards and variable weather.
• May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.

Required profile

• At least three years of recent experience (within the last eight years) in aircraft maintenance, with the last two years in the military or with a government aviation maintenance contractor.
• Experience in corrosion detection, treatment and prevention; must be qualified for the assigned maintenance level.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret US Government clearance (US citizenship required); prior military members must show a DD214 with an honorable discharge.
• High school diploma or equivalent, valid state driver's license, and ability to work all assigned shifts and schedules.
• Preferred: recent experience with F-18A-F, EA-18G, E-2C or MH-60S aircraft, and a thorough working knowledge of aircraft systems, avionics theory and maintenance manuals.

Required skills

• Hazardous waste communication training, FOD and TCP awareness, security clearance awareness, and COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 program awareness.
• NALCOMIS/OOMA and ESD training preferred; Support Equipment Operator's license (tow tractor, N2 servicing trailer, mobile start unit) preferred.
• Preferred: collateral duty inspector, egress system checkout, plane captain, aircraft towing, aircraft brake rider, ORM and fuel surveillance training.

What we offer

• Pay of $60.66 per hour, with a competitive benefits package.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement benefits including 401(k) matching, parental leave, educational reimbursement, employee stock purchase plan, disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.