Aircraft Mechanic I

PAE Government Services Inc.; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 48,415 - 68,955; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a T-34 Aircraft Mechanic‑1 to perform maintenance and repairs on T‑34 aircraft. You will be involved in ensuring aircraft structural integrity and compliance with safety standards while supporting flight operations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of two years in aircraft maintenance and must hold an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate. This position offers competitive hourly compensation and a range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Completion of specialized courses, such as avionics subsystems, is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks to ensure aircraft structural integrity.
• Conduct aircraft and equipment corrosion inspections.
• Document discrepancies using applicable forms.

Skills

Aircraft repair procedures

Corrosion control techniques

English proficiency

Basic Office software

Education

High school or equivalent

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Job description

The T-34 Aircraft Mechanic‑1 performs the maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection, and aircraft servicing functions on assigned T‑34 aircraft within an aircraft maintenance and operations environment in accordance with applicable instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform shop and flight line maintenance tasks ensuring aircraft structural integrity.
• Utilize hand tools, special tools, fixtures, and adhesives applicable to return aircraft to operational condition.
• Inspect, evaluate, and repair aircraft flight surfaces, wiring, structure, fuel tanks, canopies, and wheel and tire assemblies.
• Operate all associated ground support equipment.
• Conduct aircraft and equipment corrosion inspections, treat for corrosion, and apply protective coatings on aircraft and subcomponents.
• Use maintenance drawings and blueprints to accomplish repairs on assigned equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with assigned Site Leads or Maintenance Supervisors.
• Document discrepancies using applicable forms and reference materials.
• Process readiness documents and verify aircraft utilization reports.
• Assist in the preparation of the Monthly Maintenance Plan.
• Present a courteous and professional demeanor when dealing with customers and coworkers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable housekeeping, tool control, and FOD prevention programs.
• Comply with all established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facility, and job assignment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Minimum Experience & Education

• Read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and a Government flight line driver’s license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Completion of specialized courses, such as avionics subsystems or structural repair, is highly desired.
• Ability to meet any Government or Company‑required licensing/qualification requirements for this position.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend/interpret data.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of aircraft repair procedures for surfaces, electronics equipment, aircraft structure, or fuel cells.
• Understanding of corrosion control techniques.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft logbooks, maintenance records, and applicable maintenance/technical manuals, publications, and forms.
• Ability to follow base, federal, and Company procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Proficiency in Office software applications—Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel—to communicate through e‑mail and various software applications.
• 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 instructions.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

• Normal work in aircraft maintenance hangar, shop areas, or flight line environments with moderate exposure to noise hazards.
• Exposure to prolonged periods of sitting, standing, stooping, or kneeling.
• Must be able to lift / push / pull a minimum of 50 pounds.
• May be required to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
• May be required to handle hazardous materials.

Travel

• Travel is required 40% for work and/or customer specifications.
• Travel is required in support of detachments of unknown duration.

Compensation

$42.60 per hour (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

• 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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.