Aircraft Mechanic - Powerplant

Responsibilities

• Perform organizational, intermediate, and limited depot level maintenance, including inspection, repair, and troubleshooting on assigned aircraft powerplants and components.
• Maintain aircraft main, auxiliary, and secondary power systems, fuel systems, engine level, and bleed air components.
• Conduct troubleshooting, testing, and operational checks of powerplant systems, replacing or repairing components such as fuel controls, pumps, and engine-mounted gearboxes.
• Remove, disassemble, inspect, and repair engine parts, ensuring proper reassembly and installation in aircraft.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical directives, test specifications, and applicable safety manuals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of aircraft maintenance experience within the last eight years.
• At least two years of experience in the military or with a government aviation maintenance contractor.
• Recent experience with F-18A-F, EA-18G, E-2C, or MH-60S aircraft.
• Proven experience in corrosion detection, treatment, and prevention.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance (US Citizenship required).
• Valid State Driver’s License.
• Ability to work all assigned shifts and schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• High degree of expertise in aircraft systems and in-depth knowledge of technical manuals and special tools.
• NALCOMIS/OOMA training.
• Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) experience.
• Plane Captain or Aircraft Towing certification.
• Experience with Egress System Checkout or Fuel Surveillance.

Benefits

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

About the Company

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. With approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries, we deliver critical operational support services worldwide.