Helicopter Maintenance Electronics Technician (HH-60W)

Amentum; Maryland; On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum in the United States is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance technician to perform advanced electrical and avionics troubleshooting on H-60 and S-70 aircraft. The role requires circuit analysis, interpretation of technical data, and use of specialized test equipment.

You will guide maintenance teams, ensure quality and safety, and assist with parts research, scheduling, and compliance with procedures. A Secret clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• Must possess working knowledge of aircraft electronic and avionic systems and be able to read technical data.
• Experience with wiring diagrams, schematics and test procedures is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance and required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced electrical knowledge to solve complex aircraft problems on H-60/S-70 platforms.
• Perform circuit analysis, trace signal flow, and implement engineering changes.
• Operate test equipment and provide direction to assigned personnel in maintenance tasks.
• Research and requisition parts, monitor aircraft status, and coordinate workloads.
• Ensure quality assurance and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance knowledge

Electrical and avionic systems

System/circuit analysis

Test equipment operation

Technical data interpretation

Reading schematics

Education

FAA A&P certificate

Military aviation maintenance training

Tools

Time Domain Reflectometer

Oscilloscope

IFF Transponder Test Set

SATCOM test sets

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex electrical problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents. Examples of such problems include determining the location and density of circuitry, isolating malfunctions and incorporating engineering changes. Work typically requires a detailed understanding of the interrelationships of circuits. Exercises independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analysis and tracing relationships in signal flow. Maintains electrical and environmental systems. Uses test equipment to include Time Domain Reflectometers, Oscilloscopes, IFF Transponder Test Set and other radio and navigation test sets. Performs, maintains and provides technical direction to assigned personnel to include COMSEC Equipment and Keying Material, ARC-231 SATCOM, ADS-B, HUMS, and DAMA communication, clear and secure audio and communications and electrical/environmental in troubleshooting, removal, repair, installation, modification, software upgrades, inspection, and operational check of systems and system components. Assist assigned personnel in researching and requisitioning aircraft parts, special tools, components and determining reparability and serviceability. Monitors the status of aircraft in work. Plans and coordinates workloads with Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor. Ensures all maintenance data is correctly entered into Forms and MIS. Assist Modification Teams when required including prepping and reassembly of aircraft. Monitors quality assurance reports and ensures corrective measures are implemented to improve maintenance quality and prevent the development of adverse trends. Ensures that assigned personnel have access to and use adequate technical data during all phases of aircraft maintenance. Always maintain supply discipline in the work center. Provides guidance and instruction to all employees assigned concerning technical orders, check lists and hazardous materials. Work may be reviewed by the supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices. Performs other duties as assigned within classification to include temporary duty and travel. Must be able to work day, swing, night, and/or weekend shifts as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet at least one or more of the following qualifications: 1) Have at least one (1) year of recent (within past four (4) years) aircraft maintenance experience on any H-60, or S-70 aircraft. 2) Possess a valid FAA Airframe and Power plant certification or FCC license. 3) Successfully completed a U.S. military aviation maintenance training school and gained at least one (1) year of recent (within past three (3) years) experience maintaining any U.S. military aircraft.

Must possess a working knowledge of aircraft electronic, avionic, communication principles, advanced computer skills and system/circuit analysis. Must be able to read and interpret all applicable technical data. Must be able to pass an eye exam and hearing test. Occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, flight line drivers’ license, and all other training requirements as required by contract stipulations.

Compensation Details

$60.13 per hour

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.

Original Posting

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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