Aircraft Technician I: Hands-on Engine & Systems Repair

Amentum company; Mayport (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I in Mayport, FL, to troubleshoot and repair aircraft structures, engines, and systems. You will perform overhauls and component replacements, read manuals, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires extensive hands-on work, adherence to procedures, and the ability to operate power tools and lifting equipment in a shop environment. Equal opportunity employer; clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• Three years of actual and recent aircraft, vehicle or missile, or related weapon system experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft, missile, or wheeled and tracked vehicle maintenance mandatory.
• Must have knowledge of the scope and limitation of various categories of maintenance and their application to the contract unit.
• Must know theory and principles of engine operations; accessories and components; theory of flight; rigging of flight controls; electrical and electronic; pneudraulic; and mechanical principles.
• Knowledge of sheet metal, properties of materials, fuels, and oils required.
• 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 be able to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle.
• Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Responsibilities

• Services, repairs and overhaul equipment and engines.
• Repairs, replaces, and rebuilds equipment and engine components, fuel systems and metering control systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions, isolate causes and correct breaks.
• Test engine operations and use testing equipment to locate faults.
• Remove and reinstall engines and major components using lifting devices.
• Disassemble and inspect parts for wear or defects.
• Repair or replace defective engine components and reassemble on weapon systems and vehicles.
• Adjust or replace instruments, electrical/electronic, fuel/oil systems and accessories.
• Perform vehicle services including engine flush, lubrication and maintenance checks.
• May specialize in repair and modification of engines and components.

Skills

Aircraft experience

Maintenance knowledge

Technical publications

Engine theory

Ground support operations

Valid driver's license

Facility credentials

US Citizenship

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Rivet gun

Drills

Testing equipment

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I in Mayport, FL, to troubleshoot and repair aircraft structures, engines, and systems. You will perform overhauls and component replacements, read manuals, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The role requires extensive hands-on work, adherence to procedures, and the ability to operate power tools and lifting equipment in a shop environment. Equal opportunity employer; clearances may apply.