Aircraft Worker

Amentum company; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

PTO & holidays

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in San Diego is seeking an Aircraft Worker to perform pre/post-operational checks, fueling and operation of aircraft and support equipment, and conduct conditional inspections and periodic maintenance.

You will execute aircraft movement, fueling, tie-downs, and flight-line duties, while adhering to NATOPS, safety regulations, and maintenance manuals. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and readiness to work in a loud, active airfield environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with pre/post-operational checks and aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and manuals.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft movement, fueling/defueling, and tie-downs.
• Inspect and service engines, transmissions, and support equipment.
• Launch and recover aircraft and provide flight-line support.
• Follow NATOPS procedures and maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
• Obtain and maintain required licenses and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Aircraft handling

Ground support

Safety compliance

NATOPS knowledge

Corrosion detection

Job description

The Aircraft Worker performs pre/post-operational checks, fueling and operation of aircraft & support equipment, to include conditional/scheduled inspections and periodic maintenance.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs aircraft movement, aircraft fuel/defuel, aircraft/rotor system tie down, install/uninstall blade restraints.
• Securing aircraft and blades, servicing aircraft/engines/transmissions, and directing maintenance turns.
• Provide aircraft movement/direction, fire guard services during ground and flight operations.
• Be familiar with all maintenance instruction manuals.
• Launch and recover aircraft in support of activity'sflight schedule including helicopter landing signal services at site or at Naval Air Facility OLF.
• Use standard aircraft handling and taxi procedures, Standardization (NATOPS), specific aircraft manual, and local regulations.
• Detect corrosion and be familiar with the corrosion control manual.
• Perform equipment pre-operational check and maintenance of all work center support equipment/IMRL; operate ground support equipment such as electrical power supply, tow tractors, light carts and engine starting units; check for fuel contamination by draining samples from low point drains; replenish fuel, oil, water, waste system chemicals, oxygen, and hydraulic fluid; and clean exterior and/or interior of aircraft, using portable platform ladders, brushes, rags, water hose, and vacuum.

Additional duties include:

• Housekeeping of all areas of work including shop; participate in FOD program.
• Handling and disposing of hazmat.
• Comply with all safety regulations.
• Obtain all support equipment licenses for job description which requires maintenance of valid and current Drivers License without lapse.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; sit, use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must have the ability to perform aircraft maintenance duties and move freely about the interior & exterior of the aircraft as well as meet aircraft specific specifications for weight limits. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of radiation. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and requires hearing protection. Additionally, the job requires constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must be able to work under deadlines.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety

Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality

Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance

Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hiring hourly rate $35.70.
• This position includes competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum, please visit our Career website at www.amentumcareers.com

Compensation Details:

$39.08

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:

10/07/2026 - Until Filled

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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