Plane Captain – Navy Aircraft Ground Crew & Maintenance

Amentum; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; 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 immediately hiring E-2C/E-2D Aircraft Workers (Plane Captains) to support U.S. Navy maintenance operations at NAS Norfolk, VA.

The role requires rotating shifts and possible detachments ashore or afloat, with certification as Plane Captain per government process. Responsibilities include directing aircraft on the ground, performing maintenance inspections, documenting work, and operating ground support equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of actual and recent organizational level aircraft maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements and obtain/maintain a Secret Clearance and facility credentials.

Responsibilities

• Direct aircraft movements on ground using hand or light signals.
• Perform pre-flight thru post-flight maintenance inspections and document servicing in maintenance records.
• Operate ground support equipment (power units, tow tractors, starting units) and inspect tires and flight line conditions.
• Clean aircraft exterior and interior and manage hangar deck housekeeping and spills.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Read technical publications

Self-motivated

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Amentum is immediately hiring E-2C/E-2D Aircraft Workers (Plane Captains) to support U.S. Navy maintenance operations at NAS Norfolk, VA.

The role requires rotating shifts and possible detachments ashore or afloat, with certification as Plane Captain per government process. Responsibilities include directing aircraft on the ground, performing maintenance inspections, documenting work, and operating ground support equipment.