Senior Aircraft Mechanic III – Advanced Troubleshooting & Inspections

Vertical Mag; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Aircraft Mechanic III to perform inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting on assigned aircraft at the Lancaster site in California. You will work with a team of mechanics to diagnose complex issues, adhere to technical orders, SOPs, and government directives, and ensure maintenance is completed for safe flight readiness.

Responsibilities include overseeing jacking, lifting, and towing, coordinating IPIs/MGIs with QA/government, and documenting maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of twelve (12) years working knowledge of aircraft maintenance operations.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) preferred.
• Broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and Air Force technical publications.
• Demonstrated leadership ability with attention to detail.
• Must have a current state driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain aircraft per manuals and directives.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose complex maintenance problems.
• Oversee aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations.
• Coordinate with QA and government for IPIs and MGIs.
• Complete maintenance documentation in information systems.
• Assist in maintenance meetings and provide updates on aircraft status.

Skills

Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P)

Leadership ability

Attention to detail

Secret clearance

State driver's license

FAA regulations knowledge

Ability to interpret technical manuals

Job description

Amentum seeks an Aircraft Mechanic III to perform inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting on assigned aircraft at the Lancaster site in California. You will work with a team of mechanics to diagnose complex issues, adhere to technical orders, SOPs, and government directives, and ensure maintenance is completed for safe flight readiness.

Responsibilities include overseeing jacking, lifting, and towing, coordinating IPIs/MGIs with QA/government, and documenting maintenance activities.