CBP Aircraft Mechanic

About the role

The CBP Aircraft Mechanic performs maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection and aircraft servicing on assigned aircraft within an aircraft maintenance and operations environment, in line with applicable instructions. The position is advertised through Amentum.

Key responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, repair and modification of aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR and Department of Defense regulations, technical manuals and other data.
• Carry out daily and turnaround inspections on all assigned aircraft.
• Inspect, control corrosion, troubleshoot and isolate faults on aircraft systems.
• May fly on Government aircraft for relocation, in-flight checks and troubleshooting that cannot be done on the ground.
• May travel to temporary duty sites inside and outside the United States and periodically travel to support customers' missions.
• Furnish own hand tools; special tools and test equipment are provided by the customer.

Required profile

• Valid State driver's license and willingness to undergo random drug tests.
• CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance (US citizenship required).
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Valid FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
• Competent in repair and maintenance of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, including airframes, structures, hydraulics, fuel and electrical systems and engines.
• Able to read schematics, blueprints and technical manuals, and to handle hazardous waste according to base, federal and company procedures.
• Physical ability to stand, squat, sit, work with arms overhead, pull, push and lift up to 50 lbs, and possibly wear a respirator or ear protection.
• Preferred: at least two years of experience with rotary-wing aircraft; UH-60 Blackhawk experience highly desired.