Aircraft Mechanic I - Armament/Electrician (AH-64)

About the role

Amentum is recruiting an Aircraft Mechanic I (Armament/Electrician) for the AH-64D/E mission design series at Wheeler AAF, Hawaii, under a collective bargaining agreement. The mechanic inspects, troubleshoots and maintains the aircraft's armament, electrical and avionics systems, including the fire control systems.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair armament, electrical and avionics systems and components, including solid-state and transistorized subsystems, according to technical manuals, directives and safety procedures.
• Perform maintenance, authorized modifications and alignment on weapons components, fire control units, sighting elements and electronic and mechanical devices.
• Repair, replace and check aircraft flight controls, stabilization systems, avionics and controlled cryptographic equipment.
• Troubleshoot wiring harnesses using schematics, test and repair diagnostic equipment, and maintain records on weapons and subsystems.
• Clean, store and prepare armament and avionics components, requisition parts and prepare maintenance forms.
• Assist aircraft technicians and mechanics, and perform additional maintenance duties as requested.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; U.S. military technical school or specialized training is desired.
• Three years of aviation maintenance experience, two years on rotary-wing aircraft and two years on the assigned mission design series, including three years of armament maintenance, all within the last six years.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) public trust security clearance; U.S. citizenship required for facility credentials.
• Own tools and toolbox; flexible to work day, swing, night and weekend shifts and travel as needed.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting objects over 50 pounds, working in a noisy, drafty shop and wearing PPE.

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of AH-64D/E armament and missile fire control systems.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft tools such as torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers and hydraulic presses.
• Working knowledge of technical publications and logistics information systems.
• Good communication skills and ability to prioritize workloads.

What we offer

• Pay of $43.96 per hour, with a competitive benefits package.
• Health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
• 401(k), short and long term disability, life insurance, tuition assistance and employee assistance programs.