Aircraft Worker, Powerplant (F/A-18)

About the role

Amentum is hiring qualified Aircraft Machinists to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations at NAS Oceana, Virginia Beach, VA, for VFA-106. The Aircraft Worker troubleshoots and repairs aircraft powerplant, engines, auxiliary power units and related systems, and works outdoors in all weather with exposure to noise and exhaust fumes.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, anti-icing, pneumatic, engine, APU and ventilation/heating systems
• Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins and technical data to plan repairs
• Perform progressive, phase, periodic and other inspections, and examine reciprocating and jet engines for cracks, corrosion, wear and foreign object damage
• Use testing equipment such as ignition analyzers, compression checkers, jet calibration testers and ammeters to diagnose engine problems
• Replace or repair engine parts such as carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel and oil pumps and engine-mounted gearboxes
• Remove, disassemble, inspect and reassemble engines, and adjust, repair or replace electrical wiring and aircraft accessories
• Perform preflight, in-flight and post-flight inspections, and miscellaneous servicing such as flushing crankcases, cleaning filters and greasing moving parts
• Supervise jacking and towing of aircraft, enter maintenance records and verify work completed

Required profile

• At least three years of recent organizational-level F/A-18 aircraft maintenance experience, including three years prior to F/A-18 A-F
• Military Aviation Machinist Mate, AD "A" School, FAA A&P license or equivalent
• Valid Virginia or North Carolina driver's license (for NC residents)
• Ability to obtain T3 Secret Eligible status and a 7-year background check; US citizenship required for facility credentials
• Shift work required, with possible detachments; ability to stand, climb, bend and stoop
• Preferred: high school graduate or equivalent, ramp stamp, tow tractor and power cart experience, confined space qualification

Required skills

• Knowledge and use of special tools and equipment for assigned maintenance tasks
• Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules and procedure manuals
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

What we offer

• Pay of $34.86 per hour plus $7.80 per hour for health and welfare, up to 40 hours per week
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), life and disability insurance
• 3.08 hours of paid time off weekly and 11 paid holidays