Plane Captain- VMG

Amentum; Fallon (NV); On-site; USD 57,576 - 82,002; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

PAE Government Services Inc. is seeking a Plane Captain responsible for aircraft handling, servicing, inspections, and support operations. The role includes conducting inspections, managing aircraft fueling, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and proficiency in English. The position offers an hourly rate of $50.66, alongside various benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leaves.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in aviation maintenance and/or flight line operations.
• Thorough knowledge of safety and maintenance manuals.
• Eligibility to obtain a Secret US Government Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and turnaround inspections per applicable procedures.
• Launch and recover aircraft, serving as aircraft taxi director.
• Ensure compliance with FOD and tool control programs.

Skills

Aviation maintenance experience

Communication skills

Technical assistance

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Common hand tools

Portable firefighting equipment

Job description

Job Overview

The Plane Captain is responsible for aircraft handling, servicing, inspections, and support operations. The role encompasses duties of both Aircraft Washer and Plane Captain Helper classifications, ensuring aircraft readiness and safety during launch and recovery operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and turnaround inspections per applicable procedures.
• Initiate and complete maintenance forms.
• Conduct aircraft fuel sampling and servicing as required.
• Launch and recover aircraft, serving as aircraft taxi director.
• Tow aircraft and act as brake rider when needed.
• Tie down and cover aircraft following established procedures.
• Provide technical assistance, guidance, and instruction.
• Utilize two‑way communication equipment.
• Ensure compliance with FOD, hazardous waste, egress familiarization, and tool control programs.
• Adhere to all general and industrial safety rules applicable to the contract and job assignment.
• Maintain safety, security, and preservation of government and company equipment.
• Deliver courteous and professional customer service.
• Operate portable firefighting equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work center.
• Perform additional job‑related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in aviation maintenance and/or flight line operations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain any necessary government or company licenses, certifications, and clearances.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable safety and maintenance manuals.
• Understanding of aircraft flight line operations, handling, servicing, marshaling, common hand tools, and normal operational safety requirements.
• Physical capability to climb, bend, stoop, squat, crawl, crouch, kneel, balance, and reach above shoulder level; pull or push up to 70 pounds.
• Clear vision (color, peripheral, depth perception) and hearing within normal range.
• Completion of required training program and certification as a plane captain, with re‑qualification semi‑annually.
• Eligibility to obtain a Secret US Government Clearance (US citizenship required).
• Qualified on all assigned Technical/Medical/Safety (T/M/S) duties.
• Ability to work all assigned shifts and schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with F‑18 (A‑F), EA‑18G, E‑2C, F‑16, and/or MH‑60.
• Hazardous Waste Communications Training.
• FOD and TCP Awareness Training.
• ISO 9001‑2000 Program Awareness.
• Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training.
• Licensing on support equipment (tow tractor, nitrogen servicing cart, engine wash cart, engine start unit, etc.).
• Experience handling hazardous materials in assigned duties.
• Proficient eye‑hand coordination and manual dexterity; respirator use if required.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $50.66 (Hourly rate set by CBA)

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax‑saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Amentum is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.