GSE Mechanic

Amentum; Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Amentum in United States is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to diagnose malfunctions and repair GSE, train lower grade workers, and inspect completed maintenance actions.

You will study drawings and schematics, use digital test equipment, keep equipment records, and support aircraft maintenance with dispatch services. Qualifications include 4+ years on GSE, diesel/electrical experience, ability to lift 50 pounds, and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working on GSE or equivalent equipment.
• FRC rework procedures, publications and schematics familiarity.
• Diesel and electrical mechanic experience.
• Experience using special tools/equipment.
• Must read and implement safety, operational, quality and environmental requirements.
• Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment drug screening.
• Must obtain Navy Local Population ID Card/Base Access Pass.
• Must obtain Secret Security Clearance (CAC).
• Must speak, read, write and understand English.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair GSE and related equipment.
• Advise and train lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex problems.
• Inspect and approve completed maintenance actions.
• Study drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics and technical publications for repairs.
• Maintain equipment records and document maintenance actions.
• Operate and test GSE to determine serviceability and proper operation.
• Prepare GSE for storage and mobility deployment.
• Provide dispatch service to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations.
• Maintain safety, housekeeping, and tool control; ensure environmental compliance.

Skills

GSE experience

Diesel mechanic

Electrical mechanic

Tool usage

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Special tools

Job description

The Ground Support Equipment Mechanic diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis 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, diagnosis, 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 external fuel and grounding systems, 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 mechanic 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 always.
• Performs all other position related duties as assigned or requested

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 con‑form 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• 4 or more years of experience working on GSE or equivalent equipment.
• Must be familiar with FRC rework procedures, publications and schematics.
• Diesel and electrical mechanic experience.
• Experience in use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned tasks.
• Must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to the job.
• Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Must be able to obtain Department of the Navy Local Population ID Card/Base Access Pass Registration.
• Must be able to obtain Secret Security Clearance for issuance of a Common Access Card (CAC).
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience and/or appropriate training in functions such as inspection maintenance and repair on various ground support equipment.
• Able to work efficiently with minimum supervision.
• Strong Problem-solving skills.
• Time management and prioritization skills.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is $40.70 per hour. Plus $8.00 per hour, up to 80 hours per pay period for Health & Welfare.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 3-5.31 hours of paid time off weekly (depending on years of service), and 12 paid holidays annually.

Compensation Details:

$40.70

Original Posting:

09/18/2026 - 12/18/2026

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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