Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Amentum company; Cherry Point (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to support the MCAS Cherry Point, NC site. The role diagnoses, repairs, and maintains GSE, logs maintenance actions, and uses schematics and test equipment to ensure flight readiness.

The candidate will train others, maintain records, and assist with dispatch to support aircraft maintenance while prioritizing safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have 4+ years of experience in inspection, maintenance, and modification of powered ground support equipment.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to obtain CAC and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose malfunctions and repair Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
• Inspect and approve maintenance actions; ensure readiness for flight ops.
• Maintain equipment records and prepare GSE for storage or deployment.
• Operate GSE to determine serviceability and assist in dispatch for aircraft support.

Skills

GSE maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical testing

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Schematic diagrams

Test equipment

Job description

Amentum is currently searching for Ground Support equipment mechanic to work in our MCASCherry Point, NC Site.

The Ground Support Equipment Mechanic diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnoses and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems, inspects and approves completed maintenance actions, solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications; uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions, and analyzes, diagnoses, and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.

This mechanic maintains Ground Support Equipment, performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE, inspects, tests, and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation, services equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air, diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications. This worker also does the following: disassembles and assembles malfunctioning GSE accessories and components, removes, disassembles repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls GSE components and accessories, stencils and marks GSE in accordance with technical publications, stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations. This mechanic prepares GSE for storage and mobility deployment; and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles. In addition to maintaining vehicle records, this mechanic maintains and updates paper and electronic equipment records, provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations, practices good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety at all times.

Corrosion control may include periodic assignment to an enclosed blast/paint booth that requires the use of forced air respiration devices. Use of a forced air respirator will require the employee to be clean shaven for adequate seal and fit purposes.

Minimum Requirements:

• U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to speak, read and understand English.
• At a minimum four (4) years of experience in inspection maintenance, repair and modification of powered ground support equipment.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks, Respirator, Corrosion Control, and Blasting.
• There is a great deal of standing, climbing, bending and stooping. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Required to clear preliminary Government security background check prior to employment beginning.
• Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC) which includes a 7-year background check for installation access.
• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Must be able to possess and maintain tools required on a minimum tool listing within 30 days of hire date.
• Must have a Negative pre-employment drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military Aviation Support Equipment experience.
• Prior GSE operatorexperience.

Compensation Details:

$38.11

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:

• 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.

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