Junior Aviation Mechanic: Aircraft Systems & Maintenance

MANTECH; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Junior Aviation Mechanic to join our team in Panama City, FL. This onsite role involves maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on aircraft systems, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1+ years in aviation maintenance or related fields; DoD-style practices preferred. US citizenship and active or Interim Secret clearance preferred; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of aviation or LCAC-related maintenance, aircraft structures, powerplants, or systems.
• Experience using diagnostic tools, maintenance tracking systems, and test equipment.
• Experience maintaining mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems.
• Proficient with common hand tools and precision instruments (Torque Wrench, Feeler Gauge, Micrometer).
• Ability to interpret written instructions and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on aircraft systems and components.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Use manuals, schematics, and diagnostic tools to assess and resolve issues.
• Document all maintenance actions per regulations and policies.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and supply personnel to ensure aircraft availability and readiness.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, orderly condition.
• Support operational checks, tests, and readiness evaluations as directed.
• Communicate professionally with MANTECH employees and clients.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Reading diagrams

Safety standards

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Maintenance tracking systems

Test equipment

Torque wrench

Feeler gauge

Micrometer

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career- and customer-oriented Junior Aviation Mechanic to join our team in Panama City, FL. This onsite role involves maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on aircraft systems, with emphasis on safety and compliance.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1+ years in aviation maintenance or related fields; DoD-style practices preferred. US citizenship and active or Interim Secret clearance preferred; travel may be required.