Aircraft Mechanic - Customs and Border Protection

Principal Accountabilities

• Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions
• Apply required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation
• Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems
• Interpret technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals
• Perform daily, flight line and hangar maintenance on all assigned aircraft
• Perform inspections, corrosion control, troubleshooting and fault isolation on aircraft systems
• Furnish own hand tools to perform maintenance of aircraft (necessary special tools and test equipment will be furnished by Customs)
• May occasionally lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks
• May be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records
• Prioritize workload schedules on assigned projects
• Periodically required to travel in support of the customer's mission

Minimum Requirements

• Able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current airframe and power plant mechanic (A&P) certificate
• Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair
• Basic knowledge of electrical theory
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers
• Working knowledge of technical publications
• Able to follow base, federal and Company procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials
• Proficient in Office software applications to communicate through e-mail and various software applications
• Able to meet required deadlines and maintain necessary workflow
• Able to read, write, understand and communicate in the English language and follow both verbal and written instruction
• Able to read and write and comprehend/interpret data

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Physically able to perform aircraft mechanic duties
• Ability to move freely about the interior and in the unpressurized area aft of the aft pressure bulkhead and meet aircraft specific specs for weight limit
• Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods of time
• Pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs
• On occasions, individuals may also be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail, thus requiring the use of adequate ear protection

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Employee stock option purchasing program
• Well-being programs
• Tuition assistance
• Life insurance
• Long term and short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave

Compensation Details

• Hourly Rate: $45.94

Original Posting

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.

Timeline

This timeline may change based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.