Aircraft Mechanic III

Amentum; California; On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an experienced Aircraft Mechanic III for Edwards AFB. The role performs inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting on assigned aircraft, adhering to Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and site directives.

You will work with other mechanics and reps to diagnose complex problems and coordinate maintenance activities with the customer. The position requires deep knowledge of airframe, engine, and electrical systems, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and

Qualifications

• Minimum ten years of heavy aircraft maintenance or flightline ops.
• FAA A&P license preferred.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance manuals and technical data.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot and service aircraft systems and structures.
• Coordinate with QA and government inspections and ensure on-site presence for IPIs/MGIs.
• Oversee aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory and documentation.
• Support OJT and training for mechanics/technicians.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

FAA A&P license preferred

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Aircraft Mechanic III- Edwards

Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on assigned aircraft.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS
• Work with other mechanics and technical representatives to trouble shoot,diagnoseand solve unusual and complex maintenance problems.
• Ability to apply logic and good judgment, understand technical order diagrams and procedures, use test equipment for analysis of airframe, engine, flight control,pneudraulic, fuel,electrical/electronicsystems, problems.
• Plan and scheduleaircraftutilizationand maintenance activity and coordinates performance with operational customer.
• Maintainaccurateparts inventory.
• Assign maintenance and repair tasks and monitors/evaluates their completion.
• Responsibility to oversee and performsaircraftjacking, lifting, and towing operations.
• Inspectsaircraftstructures, systems, components, and related systems.
• Responsibility to oversee and performsaircraftandcomponentinspections.
• Interprets inspection findings anddeterminesadequacy of corrective actions.
• Performand sign offaircraftsafe for flight inspections.
• Perform launch, recovery, scheduled and unscheduledinspections/maintenance.
• Preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, and servicing.
• Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all electro-mechanical systems and components on theaircraftat the organizational level of maintenance.
• Servicesaircraft. Performs end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspections.
• Troubleshoots andmaintainsaircraftstructures, systems, components, and related equipment.

• Removes and installsaircraftcomponents.
• Coordinates with QA and the government to understand which tasks require In Process Inspections (IPIs) and Mandatory Government Inspections (MGIs) and ensures government and/or QA is on-site to perform IPIs and MGIs.
  • Upon request, attend local maintenance production and scheduling meetings, providing aircraft status updates and assisting in scheduling aircraft maintenance activities
  • Completes aircraft forms and maintenance information systems documentation accurately, completing all documentation as soon as practical, but always prior to the end of shift.
  • 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
  • Assists in implementing the Base Emergency Management Program
• Operates vehicles on the flightline in accordance with local airfield driving requirements
• Notifies the government when aircraft are “crew ready” in accordance with timelines prescribed in the PWS
• Conducts aircrew debriefs

• Assists with providing OJT to Mechanics/Technicians, to include signing off training records.
• Perform all other position-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Minimum ten (10) 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.
• Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) preferred.
• Must have a broad working knowledge ofaircraftmaintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and Air Force technical publications.
• Demonstrated leadership ability combined with attention to detail.
• Must have knowledge of the scope and limitation of various categories of maintenance and their application.
• Must have a current state drivers license.Must be able to obtain andmaintainSecret clearance. NOTE: U.S. citizenship isrequiredfor facilitycredentials/authorizationat this work site.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

• This position will be scheduled for second shift, starting at or around 2pm.
• 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:

$56.90 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:

56.90

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.

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