Aircraft Mechanic II

Amentum; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) retirement matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing of our aircraft on-site in Lancaster, CA. You will follow FAA/Company procedures, support the Tool Control Program, and ensure safety and readiness in a high tempo environment.

The role requires six years of heavy maintenance experience, a state–issued driver’s license, and the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance. FAA A&P certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum six (6) years of heavy aircraft maintenance or flightline ops in high-tempo environments.
• Experience with KC-46 aircraft preferred.
• Ability to read and apply maintenance manuals and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and servicing of aircraft.
• Adhere to Technical Orders, SOPs, I nstructions and site directives.
• Provide on-the-job training and sign-off training records.
• Order parts through Air Force supply system and maintain supply discipline.
• Complete maintenance documentation prior to shift end.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Flightline operations

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

FAA A&P certification preferred

Job description

Purpose and Scope:

Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on assigned aircraft.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS.

• Perform launch, recovery, scheduled and unscheduled inspections/maintenance.
• Preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, and servicing.
• Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all systems and components on the aircraft at the organizational level of maintenance.
• Services aircraft. Performs end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspections.
• Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment. Removes and installs aircraft components.
• Performs inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the company aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer and company maintenance manuals and procedures.

• Provides OJT to other Mechanics/Technicians, to include signing off training records in accordance with the training/certification plan.
• Assists in implementing the Tool Control Program and may be required to staff the Tool Room section to meet contract performance requirements.
• Orders parts and equipment through the Air Force supply system and ensures supply discipline, categorizing orders in accordance with Air Force parts/supply/equipment urgency designators.
• Completes assigned training requirements during prescribed timelines.
• Operates vehicles on the flightline in accordance with local airfield driving requirements.
• Notifies Shift Lead when aircraft are "crew ready" in accordance with timelines prescribed by the Shift Lead.
• Conducts aircrew debriefs when assigned.

• Services, operates, and maintains ground support equipment and performs interior and exterior cleaning of aircraft and work areas.
• Completes aircraft forms and maintenance information systems documentation accurately, completing all documentation as soon as practical, but always prior to the end of shift.

• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum six (6) years of heavy aircraft maintenance and/or hands-on flightline operations, real-time troubleshooting, and mission-critical aircraft turnaround in high-tempo environments.
• Aircraft maintenance experience on KC-46 aircraft preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft servicing procedures, maintenance manuals, technical data, and parts catalogs, with the ability to apply them accurately under operational pressure to ensure safety, compliance, and readiness.
• FAA Airframe, Powerplant, or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification preferred.
• Must read, interpret and use manufacturers and aircraft maintenance manuals, service bulletins, blueprints, wiring/schematic diagrams, data tables and other specifications to determine feasibility and method to repair or replace malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Must have a current state issued drivers license.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. NOTE: U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work site.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

• Must possess the ability to carry and lift overhead up to 50 pounds.
• Duties include walking, climbing, standing, stooping, stretching, and squatting for purposes of moving equipment, boarding and de-boarding the aircraft, performing maintenance using ladders, and performing maintenance atop and below aircraft.
• Work is primarily performed outside in a high-level noise environment.
• Performing maintenance in low-light areas, operating support equipment after daylight hours. Work is occasionally performed in inclement weather.

Compensation Details:

$53.00 per hour

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.

Compensation Details:

53.00

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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