On-Site Lead Aircraft Mechanic | FAA A&P, Secret Clearance

Amentum; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

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 Site Lead Mechanic to oversee the operation and maintenance of aircraft, subsystems, and support equipment. You will lead aircraft maintenance crews, manage spares and tooling, and ensure compliance with FAA and DoD requirements.

The role requires significant hands-on maintenance experience, leadership capability, and the ability to liaison with Government representatives on-site. A DoD Secret clearance is required, US citizenship is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 5+ years aircraft maintenance experience
• 3+ years maintaining King Air/1900 series aircraft including complex modifications
• 1+ year as a site lead on similar effort
• Current FAA A&P license
• Demonstrated ability to direct a workforce in aircraft maintenance, repair, and modification
• On-site liaison with Government
• Ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Security Clearance (US citizenship required)
• High School Diploma or GED minimally required

Responsibilities

• Lead operation and maintenance of aircraft, subsystems, and support equipment
• Oversee maintenance, repair, and modification work
• Coordinate with Government and manage contractor-owned spares and equipment

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

King Air/1900 experience

Site lead

Liaison with Government

Security clearance eligibility

Education

FAA A&P license

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Site Lead Mechanic to oversee the operation and maintenance of aircraft, subsystems, and support equipment. You will lead aircraft maintenance crews, manage spares and tooling, and ensure compliance with FAA and DoD requirements.

The role requires significant hands-on maintenance experience, leadership capability, and the ability to liaison with Government representatives on-site. A DoD Secret clearance is required, US citizenship is mandatory.