Aircraft Mechanic - Customs and Border Protection

Amentum; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a CBP Aircraft Mechanic in Great Falls, MT to maintain and modify aircraft structures and powerplant systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and engines, ensuring airworthiness. You will read blueprints and manuals, troubleshoot faults, perform inspections on flight line and hangar, document work in logs, and lead teams on complex tasks when required.

The position requires an A&P license, US citizenship for clearance, English proficiency, and occasional travel;

Qualifications

• Must hold a current A&P license.
• Must obtain CBP Background Investigation clearance; US citizenship required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Broad knowledge of airframe and engine systems and repairs.
• Working knowledge of aircraft sheet metal and structural modification.
• Ability to read and interpret technical publications and manuals.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Able to meet deadlines and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, flight line and hangar maintenance on assigned aircraft.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and fault isolate aircraft systems.
• Lead teams through complex aircraft tasks when required.
• Record entries in aircraft logs and maintain logs/records.
• Travel occasionally to support customer missions.

Skills

A&P license

Airframe & powerplant knowledge

Electrical theory

Technical documentation

MS Office

English communication

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Torque wrenches

Dial indicators

Micrometers

Sheet metal brakes

Sheet metal shears

Job description

The CBP Aircraft Mechanic maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies required expertise in restoring equipmentcondition and or operation and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals.
• Perform daily, flight line and hangar maintenance on all assigned aircraft.
• Perform inspections, corrosion control, troubleshooting and fault isolation on aircraft systems.
• Furnish own hand tools to perform maintenance of aircraft (necessary special tools and test equipment will be furnished by Customs).
• May occasionally lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks.
• May be requiredto make entries in aircraft logs and records.
• Must be able to prioritize workload schedules on assigned projects.
• Periodically required to travel in support of customers’ mission.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must hold a current Airframe and Powerplant mechanic (A&P) License.
• Must be competent and knowledgeable in the repair and maintenance of airframes, hydraulics, fuel systems, and aircraft engines.
• Requires broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair.
• Must possess a working knowledge of military and general aviation aircraft airframe and engine logbooks.
• Must have basic knowledge of electrical theory.
• Must have thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers.
• Requires working knowledge of technical publications.
• Able to follow base, federal and Company procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Must be proficient in Office software applications to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.; especially Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• 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.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• The ability to read and write and comprehend/interpret data.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment:

• Be physically able to perform aircraft mechanic duties.
• Ability to move freely about the interior and in the unpressurized area aft of the aft pressure bulkhead and meet aircraft specific specs for weight limit.
• Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods of time.
• 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.

Compensation Details:

Hourly Rate: $41.65

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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