Aircraft Mechanic I

Amentum; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 50,971 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k)匹

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a T-34 Aircraft Mechanic-1 to perform maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection, and servicing of T-34 aircraft within a maintenance and operations environment, following applicable instructions.

Responsibilities include shop and flight line tasks, tool usage, corrosion control, and coordination with Site Leads. Candidates must hold an FAA A&P certificate, have at least two years of maintenance experience, and be able to lift 50 pounds; travel is required.

Qualifications

• Must have FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Must be able to obtain Secret security clearance.
• Must have a minimum of two years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull at least 50 pounds.
• Travel required.
• Must communicate in English per job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform shop and flight line maintenance tasks ensuring aircraft structural integrity.
• Utilize hand tools, fixtures, and adhesives to return aircraft to service.
• Inspect, evaluate, and repair aircraft surfaces, wiring, structure, and components.
• Operate ground support equipment as needed.
• Document discrepancies using applicable forms and references.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with Site Leads or Supervisors.
• Follow safety, tool control, and FOD programs.

Skills

Two years of aircraft maintenance

English language proficiency

Valid driver’s license

Secret security clearance eligibility

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Education

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

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 and in accordance with applicable instructions.

DUTIES AND 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 as well as wheel and tire assemblies.
• Operate all associated ground support equipment.
• Perform aircraft and equipment corrosion inspections.
• Understanding of corrosion control techniques and removing, treating for corrosion, and applying 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.
• May be required to maintain the work-center technical publication annex library.
• 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.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May be required to handle hazardous materials.
• 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.
• Exposure to prolonged periods of sitting, standing, stooping, or kneeling.
• Normal work will be in aircraft maintenance hangar, shop areas, or flight line environments with moderate exposure to noise hazards.

(Minimum)

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in the English language and follow both verbal and written instructions required.
• Completion of high school, or the equivalent, is required.
• Must have an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate and a valid driver’s license.
• Must have an able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance and a Government flight line driver’s license.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Must have a working knowledge of aircraft repair procedures for surfaces, electronics equipment, aircraft structure, or fuel cells.
• Must be able to meet any Government or Company-required licensing/qualification requirements for this position.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Travel required.

(Preferred )

• Basic knowledge of aircraft logbooks, maintenance records, and applicable maintenance/technical manuals, publications, and forms preferred.
• Proficiency in Office software applications to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.; especially Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel highly desired.
• Completion of specialized courses, such as avionics subsystems or structural repair, is highly desired.

Compensation Details:

$42.60

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:

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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