Aircraft Mechanic : Kirtland AFB

Amentum; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing various aircraft systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have experience with aircraft maintenance and may require FAA licensing. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in aviation maintenance.

Qualifications

• May require FAA licensing.
• Experience with aircraft systems and components.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure and systems.
• Repairs and rebuilds aircraft components using tools and equipment.
• Performs inspections and maintains aircraft systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Inspection

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Responsible for inspecting, training personnel, and performing organizational, intermediate, and depot level maintenance/modification on contract units, sub-systems, support equipment, and related weapons systems. Advises team members and solves unusual maintenance problems by analyzing and testing engines, pneudraulic, fuel, electrical/electronic systems, etc. Reports to the Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces, controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power units, ground support equipment, ventilation, and heating systems. Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures and components using hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
2. Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds equipment and engine components, fuel systems, and functional components.
3. Reads and interprets maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, and engineering data to determine repair methods.
4. Diagnoses malfunctions, isolates causes, and corrects issues.
5. Performs various inspections, examines engines for leaks, cracks, corrosion, and other damages.
6. Replaces and repairs damaged components, using appropriate tools and testing equipment.
7. Inspects jet engine turbine blades for defects and tests engine operation with specialized equipment.
8. Replaces or repairs engine parts, removes and reinstalls engines as needed.
9. Adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring and aircraft accessories; performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections.
10. Maintains aircraft systems, including instruments, electrical/electronics, fuel/oil systems, and accessories.
11. Supervises aircraft jacking and towing; maintains maintenance records; services engines and airframe components; may specialize in structural, precision, or engine repair.
12. Adheres to all customer and company policies and procedures.
13. May require FAA licensing.

Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, disability, or other protected categories.