Aircraft Mechanic I (Hydraulics/Pneumatics) - CBA Fort Hood, TX

About the role

Amentum is recruiting an Aircraft Mechanic I (Hydraulics/Pneumatics) for the CBA at Fort Hood, Texas. The mechanic maintains, modifies and repairs hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components that actuate mechanisms or control the flow of fluids, tests for and isolates malfunctions using technical manuals and schematics, and modifies, repairs or overhauls systems and components.

Key responsibilities

• Adjust flight controls (UH-60) and integrated lower control actuators (CH-47)
• Fabricate metal tubing and Teflon hose assemblies
• Maintain hydraulic pumps, the aviation ground power unit, nitrogen generators, hose testers and portable hydraulic purification systems
• Bleed, purify and service hydraulic systems and nitrogen bottles
• Repair and replace hydraulic reservoir coolers, landing gear brakes, shock struts, rotor dampers, stabilizer servo valves and other powertrain components
• Use and perform operator maintenance on ground support equipment and common and special tools
• Perform scheduled inspections, requisition bench stock and repair parts, and prepare maintenance forms and records
• Follow safety programs, wear PPE, and adhere to company policies

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, 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/toolbox; recruiters share toolbox requirements after selection
• Ability to work in a drafty, noisy, dirty shop, lift objects over 50 pounds, and pass a respirator fit test

Required skills

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft powertrain systems and subsystems
• Basic knowledge of test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers and hydraulic presses
• Working knowledge of technical publications and logistics information systems
• Able to prioritize workloads and follow supervisor guidance