Aircraft Mechanic

Amentum; California (MO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and parental leave

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a CBP Aircraft Mechanic to perform maintenance, inspections, repairs, and testing on assigned aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR and DoD regulations. You will be responsible for daily inspections and troubleshooting essential systems to ensure airworthiness.

The role may require travel, possible flight duties, and the use of company tools and government-provided equipment. Strong English skills and a valid A&P license are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid FAA Mechanic License with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• High school diploma or equivalent documentation is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability Clearance (US Citizenship required).
• Must be willing to subject themselves to random drug tests as part of the program.
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in English; capable of following written and verbal instructions.
• Experience in repair and maintenance of airframes, hydraulics, fuel systems and engines.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, repair, and modification of aircraft per regulations and data.
• Carry out daily and turnaround inspections on all assigned aircraft.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and isolate faults in aircraft systems, including corrosion control.
• Potential to fly on government aircraft for relocations or test flights when required.
• May perform official travel to temporary duty sites, both within and outside the United States.
• Tools and test equipment for specialized tasks may be provided by Customs; furnish own hand tools.
• Perform other duties to support the overall mission as needed.
• Travel periodically to support customers’ missions.

Skills

FAA A&P license

English literacy

State Driver's License

US Citizenship for clearance

Aircraft maintenance knowledge

Reliability and judgment

Hazardous waste handling

Willingness to undergo drug testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The CBP Aircraft Mechanic performs maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection and aircraft servicing functions on assigned aircraft within an aircraft maintenance and operations environment and in accordance with applicable instructions.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, repair, and modification of aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR and Department of Defense (DoD) regulations, technical manuals, and other data as applicable.

• Perform daily and turnaround inspections on all assigned aircraft

• Perform inspections, corrosion control, troubleshooting and fault isolation on aircraft systems.

• May be required to fly on Government aircraft for relocation, to conduct in-flight checks (test flights) and to conduct trouble shooting that cannot be completed on the ground.

• May be required to perform official travel to temporary duty sites within and outside the United States.

• Furnish own hand tools to perform maintenance of aircraft (necessary special tools
  and test equipment will be furnished by Customs).

• May be required to perform other duties as required to support the overall mission.

• Periodically required to travel in support of customers’ mission.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver’s License.

• Must be willing to subject themselves to random drug tests.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation SuitabilityClearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability Clearance.

• High school graduate or have an equivalency certificate from an accredited program, is required.

• Must possess a valid FAA Mechanic License with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.

• Must be competent and knowledgeable in the repair and maintenance of airframes, hydraulics, fuel systems, and aircraft engines.

• Must be reliable and demonstrate good judgment.

• Able to follow base, federal and Company procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials.

• Ability to meet required deadlines and maintain necessary workflow.

• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in the English language and follow both verbal and written instruction.

• The ability to comprehend/interpret technical data.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

• Be physically able to perform aircraft mechanic duties.

• Ability to move freely about the interior and meet aircraft specific specs for weight limit.

• Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods of time.

• May be required to wear a respirator.

• Pull, push, lift up to 50 lbs.

• On occasions, individuals may also be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail, thus requiring the use of adequate ear protection.

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring Hourly Rate: $53.60

Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off and parental leave.

Compensation Details:

53.60

Original Posting:

08/25/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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