Aircraft Mechanic

Amentum; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement matching

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to perform maintenance, inspection, and service on assigned aircraft within a DoD/airfield environment. You will execute preventive and corrective actions in accordance with 14 CFR, manuals, and data supplied by the customer.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting of airframes, hydraulics, fuels, and engines, with potential travel to duty sites and occasional in-flight checks. A&P certification and security clearances are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess FAA A&P certificate for airframe and powerplant.
• Must pass CBP background check; US citizenship required.
• Experience with both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft and systems.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, inspection, and modification per manuals.
• Carry out daily and turnaround inspections.
• Troubleshoot and fault isolate aircraft systems.
• Occasional travel to duty sites; may fly for tests.

Skills

Troubleshooting

English proficiency

Safety-conscious

Good judgment

Education

High school diploma

FAA A&P certificate

Tools

Hand tools

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 the customer).
• 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 Suitability clearance. Note: US Citizenship required to obtain clearance.
• High school graduate or have an equivalency certificate from an accredited program, is required.
• Must possess a valid FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
• Must be competent and knowledgeable in the repair and maintenance of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft and aircraft systems to include airframes, structural, hydraulics, fuel and electrical systems, and aircraft engines.
• Must be competent and knowledgeable in system troubleshooting, reading and interpretation of schematics, blueprints, technical manuals and FAA, Company, and other Directives.
• 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, and 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer at least two years of experience working rotary-wing aircraft.
• UH-60 Blackhawk experience highly desired.

Service Contract Act (SCA) Compensation & Benefits:

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation Details:

Hourly Rate: $48.97

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

09/22/2026 - 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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