Aircraft Worker (JEIM): Eglin AFB

Amentum; Florida; On-site; USD 43,301 - 61,671; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic in New York, Town of Florida. The role involves repairing, maintaining, and inspecting aircraft systems under technical direction, with responsibilities including functional testing of components and identifying aircraft corrosion. Candidates must have a minimum of three years' experience, hold relevant qualifications, and be able to obtain a SECRET clearance. A basic aircraft maintenance course is required and a competitive hourly rate of $38.10 is offered.

Qualifications

• Three years minimum experience with aircraft systems.
• Qualification as Aircraft Worker is mandatory.
• Knowledge and ability to become borescope qualified.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain, and inspect aircraft systems.
• Conduct functional tests on repaired components.
• Inspect and identify aircraft corrosion.

Skills

Knowledge of aircraft systems

Knowledge of Air Force supply procedures

Desktop computer operations

Technical data usage

Ability to perform aircraft repairs

Education

High school completion

Completion of basic aircraft maintenance course

Job description

Classification Description

Repairs, maintains, and inspects aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment under the technical direction of an Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic (Senior) or Lead. Removes and installs aircraft components. Conducts functional tests of repaired components and systems. Special certifications may be required. May be required to adjust, align, and rig aircraft systems. May be required to perform aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations. Inspects and identifies aircraft corrosion for prevention and repair. May be required to perform crash recovery duties. Required to perform assigned tasks within your work center that directly supports necessary functions of this job classification.

Specialty Qualifications

a. Knowledge. Knowledge of the principles applying to aircraft systems, concepts and applications of maintenance directives and data reporting, and using technical data is mandatory. Knowledge of Air Force supply and deficiency reporting procedures and the proper handling, use, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials is mandatory. Knowledge of MIS (CAMS/IMDS) and desktop computer operations and use is mandatory. Must have working knowledge of Air Force supply procedures to look up, place orders, receive and maintain parts and materials to complete assigned work.

b. Education. Completion of high school with courses in mathematics is desirable. Completion of a basic applicable aircraft maintenance course is mandatory.

c. Experience. Qualification as Aircraft Worker is mandatory. A minimum of three years of performing functions, such as installing, inspecting, repairing or overhauling aircraft structures, systems, and components, is mandatory.

Special Certifications and Qualifications required for position

You must have held an Air Force or Sister Service Equivalent Jet engine AFSC. Preferred experience in JEIM shop for tear down and build-up of F100-PW-100 & 220 engines. Additional experience in F100-PW-229, F110-GE-129E, F110-GE-100 and F110-GE-129 is desired. Be knowledgeable and able to remove and replace line replaceable units (LRU) and rig if required, ability to become borescope qualified, blade blend certified. Must have working knowledge of the Air Force Maintenance Information Systems (MIS). SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED.

Compensation Details:

38.10

Original Posting:

05/15/2026 - 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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