C12 Lead Site Mechanic

Amentum; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Site Lead Mechanic in Lexington Park, MD to lead operations and maintenance of aircraft, subsystems, and support equipment. The role covers spares supply, repairs, and coordination with FAA-certified stations, while serving as the on-site liaison to Government entities.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years in aircraft maintenance, 3+ years on King Air/1900 series, and a current FAA A&P license. DoD Secret clearance capability and HS diploma are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years aircraft maintenance experience.
• 3+ years maintaining King Air/1900 Airliner series aircraft with complex modifications.
• At least 1 year as a site lead on similar efforts.
• Current FAA A&P license is required.
• Ability to direct a work force for aircraft maintenance, repair and modification.
• Capable of acting as on-site liaison with Government.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance (US Citizenship required).
• High School Diploma or GED is minimally required.

Responsibilities

• Lead operation and maintenance of aircraft, subsystems, and support equipment.
• Oversee maintenance, inspections, and supply of contractor spares and support gear.
• Coordinate repair and overhaul of repairable spares at FAA-certified stations.
• Maintain on-site liaison with Government representatives.
• Ensure compliance with security clearance requirements and program guidance.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

King Air/1900 experience

Site lead experience

FAA A&P license

Leadership

Government liaison

Security clearance (DoD Secret)

High School Diploma

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Please note this opportunity is contingent on award~

As the Site Lead Mechanic you will lead the effort for operating and maintaining the aircraft, aircraft subsystems, and support equipment. The CLS system includes all aircraft maintenance and personnel, materials and inspections, launch and recovery of the aircraft, supply of all Contractor owned spares and support equipment through a Contractor Owned and Maintained Parts (COMP); repair and overhaul of all repairable spares at Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified repair stations; maintenance and repair of all support equipment; aircraft paint; engine repair and overhaul.

QUALFICATIONS

• 5 or more years aircraft maintenance experience

• 3 or more years maintaining King Air/1900 Airliner series aircraft to include complex aircraft modifications

• One or more year as a site lead under a similar type effort

• Current FAA A&P license

• Demonstrated ability to direct a work force in the performance of aircraft maintenance, repair, and modification

• Capable of performing duties as the on-site liaison with the Government

• Ability to obtain and maintain a United States DoD Secret Security Clearance. NOTE: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a United States DoD Secret Security Clearance.

• High School Diploma/GED minimally required

$90,000 - $150,000 + housing allowance and hardship pay (if space allows)

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

Compensation Details:

$90000 - $150000

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:

09/14/2026 - 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.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.