Aircraft Mechanic II — Flight Systems Expert

Amentum; Westphalia (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a skilled aircraft maintenance professional to support highly sensitive HQ USAF operations and ensure safe air transport for Cabinet Members, senior leaders, and visiting dignitaries. The role involves routine and complex maintenance, inspections, and coordination with aircrew for flight readiness on a on-site basis.

You will perform repairs, inspections, system checks, and documentation with strict safety and security requirements, including obtaining and maintaining a secret

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must possess FAA A&P certification or FCC license or have completed U.S. military aviation maintenance training with 1 year of recent experience on U.S. military aircraft such as H-60/S-70.
• Knowledge of aircraft hand tools, test equipment and safety requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings and technical publications.
• Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Must have a valid State Driver's License (Real ID) and be able to obtain/maintain a flightline driver license.

Responsibilities

• Support of HQ USAF operational plans and safe air transportation for Cabinet Members, senior leaders, and visitors.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance including repairs and structural modifications.
• Conduct preflight, thru-flight, basic post-flight and phase inspections.
• Assist aircrew in flight preparation and conduct aircraft launch and recovery as required.
• Run operational checks of all aircraft systems and maintain aircraft appearance and cleanliness.
• Operate ground support equipment and use hand and special tools for aircraft handling.
• Record maintenance actions and MIS entries and maintain tool control and safety standards.
• Work with varying shifts including days, swing, night, and weekends as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA Airframe and Power Plant certification (A&P) or FCC license

U.S. military aviation maintenance training with 1 year experience

Job description

Amentum is seeking a skilled aircraft maintenance professional to support highly sensitive HQ USAF operations and ensure safe air transport for Cabinet Members, senior leaders, and visiting dignitaries. The role involves routine and complex maintenance, inspections, and coordination with aircrew for flight readiness on a on-site basis.

You will perform repairs, inspections, system checks, and documentation with strict safety and security requirements, including obtaining and maintaining a secret