Aircraft Mechanic I

Amentum company; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

The Amentum opportunity seeks an experienced T-34 Aircraft Mechanic-1 responsible for maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection, and servicing of T-34 aircraft in a rigorous maintenance environment. You will follow instructions and ensure airworthiness on assigned aircraft, aligning with safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include shop and flight line tasks, corrosion work, documentation, and coordination with Site Leads.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Completion of high school, or the equivalent, is required.
• Must have an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Completion of specialized courses in avionics subsystems or structural repair is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform shop and flight line maintenance tasks ensuring aircraft structural integrity.
• Inspect, evaluate, and repair flight surfaces, wiring, structure, fuel tanks, canopies, and wheel/tire assemblies.
• Operate all associated ground support equipment.
• Perform aircraft and equipment corrosion inspections and apply protective coatings.
• Use maintenance drawings and blueprints to accomplish repairs.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with 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 maintain the work-center technical publication annex library.
• Present a courteous and professional demeanor with customers and coworkers.
• Ensure compliance with housekeeping, tool control, and FOD prevention programs.
• Comply with general and industrial safety rules; perform other duties as required.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma 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.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• 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.
• Remove, 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.
• 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.

Minimum

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Completion of high school, or the equivalent, is required.
• Must have an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in aircraft maintenance.
• Completion of specialized courses, such as avionics subsystems or structural repair, is highly desired.
• Must be 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.

Preferred

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Must have a working knowledge of aircraft repair procedures for surfaces, electronics equipment, aircraft structure, or fuel cells.
• Understanding of corrosion control techniques is required.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft logbooks, maintenance records, and applicable maintenance/technical manuals, publications, and forms is preferred.
• 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 instructions.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Normal work will be 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.
• Administrative duties that may require occasional kneeling, standing, stooping, and bending.
• Must be able 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 Details:

$44.15

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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