Unit Trainer, Maintenance

Amentum; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax‑saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum in Las Vegas, NV seeks a Unit Trainer, Maintenance to deliver aircraft maintenance training and manage training records for the unit’s mechanics. The role requires hands-on instruction and coordinating vendor-led sessions.

The candidate must hold an FAA A&P license, possess at least 3 years of jet aircraft experience, and be able to obtain a U.S. government security clearance. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license is required.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years mechanic or Inspector experience on jet aircraft.
• Must attain engine run and taxi qualification on all aircraft types assigned.
• Must qualify for and be granted a Government security clearance and associated work location access.
• Current state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance training and maintain training records/documents on the unit’s aircraft mechanics.
• Perform on-the-job training for newly hired mechanics; conduct annual refresher training including engine run and taxi qualification, de-icing, flight line driving and health safety/environmental training; coordinate training from vendors.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Perform flight attendant duties as needed.

Skills

Aircraft mechanic

Training coordination

Clearance eligibility

Education

High school education

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Unit Trainer, Maintenance in Las Vegas, NV.

Purpose and Scope:

Provide maintenance training and maintain training records/documents on the unit’s aircraft mechanics.

Essential Responsibilities:

• The Unit Trainer is a qualified aircraft mechanic with the additional responsibilities of conducting training, coordinating training from outside vendors, and maintaining the training records for personnel in the work unit.
• The incumbent's core duties are to perform on the job training for newly hired mechanics, conduct annual refresher training to include, but not limited to, engine run and taxi qualification, de-icing training, flight line driving and health safety and environmental training as required, and coordinate and schedule training for and from vendors.
• In addition, the incumbent must also ensure company policies and procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Performs flight attendant duties as needed.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

The Unit Trainer must have a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license, high school education or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years mechanic or Inspector experience on jet aircraft operated by the Company. In addition, must attain engine run and taxi qualification on all aircraft types assigned, and qualify for RII items listed in the company General Maintenance Manual deemed necessary by the Chief Inspector. Will be required to qualify for and be granted a Government security clearance and associated work location access. Possess a current state issued driver’s license.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

The employee is required to work the flight line and depending on shift assignment, may be required to work NDT inspections. Work requires walking, bending, climbing, lifting up to 75 pounds, stooping, stretching and squatting required in moving equipment and performing inspections on top and below the aircraft. Must be able to work at heights as much as 60 feet above ground. Eyesight must be 20/20 or correctable to 20/20 with eyewear or contacts.

Work is performed in both a shop environment, and a field environment. The employee primarily works the flight line in shifts; days, swing, or graveyard.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for

completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.

Compensation Details:

$62.87

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

08/06/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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