Aircraft Mechanic I: Hands-On Flightline Technician

Amentum; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance technician to perform heavy maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting on company aircraft. You will work on flightline operations, require FAA A&P certification, and maintain strict compliance with manuals and safety directives.

The role involves preflight and post-flight inspections, tool control duties, parts ordering, and required training. On-site work with potential for clearances and U.S. citizenship prerequisites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 4+ years of heavy aircraft maintenance and/or hands-on flightline operations in high‑tempo environments.
• FAA Airframe, Powerplant, or A&P certification.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, blueprints and diagrams to repair components.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required for facility credentials.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and directives identified by Site Management or the PWS.
• Perform launch, recovery, inspections/maintenance, and ground handling.
• Preflight, thru-flight, post-flight inspections and servicing.
• Troubleshoot and maintain aircraft structures, systems, and components.
• Perform inspections and maintenance per FAA regulations and manuals.
• Service, operate and maintain ground support equipment; clean aircraft and work areas.
• Complete all maintenance docs before shift end.
• Assist in Tool Control Program and Tool Room duties.
• Assist in removal/installation of components.
• Order parts through Air Force supply system and manage urgency designators.
• Complete training within prescribed timelines.
• Perform other position-related duties.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Flightline operations

Documentation

Education

FAA A&P certification

High School Diploma

Tools

Blueprints/Wiring diagrams

Job description

Amentum is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance technician to perform heavy maintenance, inspections and troubleshooting on company aircraft. You will work on flightline operations, require FAA A&P certification, and maintain strict compliance with manuals and safety directives.

The role involves preflight and post-flight inspections, tool control duties, parts ordering, and required training. On-site work with potential for clearances and U.S. citizenship prerequisites.