Aircraft Mechanic I (Electrician - UH-60/CH-47)

About the role

Amentum is recruiting an Aircraft Mechanic I (MWO Electrician) for the UH-60/CH-47 mission design series at Wheeler Air Force Base, Hawaii, under a collective bargaining agreement. The mechanic inspects and maintains aircraft electrical systems and avionics, and works day, swing, night and weekend shifts as required.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect and perform electrical maintenance on aircraft electrical systems and components according to drawings, manuals and safety procedures
• Install, remove, test, adjust and repair avionics equipment such as radar, radio and navigation systems
• Repair electrical wiring and cables, and diagnose and fix electrical and electronic component malfunctions
• Repair aircraft instrument systems and clean, preserve and store electrical components and instruments
• Service and troubleshoot nickel-cadmium batteries, and prepare aircraft for inspections and limited maintenance checks
• Request repair parts, prepare maintenance forms and records, and requisition bench stock
• Perform additional maintenance duties as requested and follow company policies and safety programs

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; military technical school or specialized training desired
• Three years of aviation maintenance experience, two years on rotary-wing aircraft and two years on the assigned mission design series, all within the last six years
• Valid driver's license, ability to travel internationally and obtain a Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required)
• Own tools and toolbox; able to work in a drafty, noisy, dirty shop and in all-weather conditions

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of MDS aircraft electrical and instrument systems
• Working knowledge of technical publications and logistics information systems
• Ability to prioritize workloads and lead teams on complex tasks when needed

What we offer

• Hourly pay of $43.96 (CBA rate)
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and tuition assistance
• Accrual of vacation time and flexible spending accounts