Aircraft Mechanic I (Egress and/or Environmental Control Systems)

Amentum is seeking a qualified Aircraft Mechanic 1 specialized in Egress and/or Environmental Control Systems (F/A-18E/F and/or EA-18G experience required) to support U.S. Naval Air Station maintenance operations at NAS Whidbey Island.

About the Role

Aircraft Mechanics I perform repairs on engines, sheet metal, structural components, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, power trains, and general mechanical maintenance of moderate difficulty to meet assigned missions. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing complex malfunctions, performing organizational-level maintenance, and ensuring aircraft are in safe operating condition.

Responsibilities

• Repair aircraft and follow direction of higher-graded workers.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power units, ventilation, and heating systems.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures (e.g., wings, fuselage) and functional components (e.g., rigging, surface controls, plumbing, hydraulic units) using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brakes, welding equipment, rivet guns, and drills.
• Read and interpret manufacturers' and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, and engineering specifications to determine feasibility and methods for repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Replace or repair worn or damaged components (e.g., carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes, compressor bleed valves) using hand tools, gauges, and testing equipment. Remove engines from aircraft using hoists or forklifts, disassemble, and inspect parts for wear, cracks, security, or other defects.
• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems and aircraft accessories.
• Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections.
• Service aircraft, including flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• Supervise jacking and towing of aircraft, document work performed in maintenance records, and verify work was completed satisfactorily.
• Specialize in repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, as well as engine repair.
• May require specialization in sheet-metal, electrical work, avionics, or other aircraft systems-related disciplines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of job-related experience.
• Three (3) years of F/A-18E/F or EA-18G experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair complex malfunctions and perform complex organizational-level maintenance in support of the EA-18G aircraft.
• Experience inspecting aircraft, certifying Aircraft/Engine Logbook entries, and proficiency in one or more of the following specialties:
  • Propulsion/Engine and Fuel Systems
  • Airframe/Structural, Landing Gear, Launch/Arresting, Wing/Pylon Fold; Hydraulic/Pneumatic, and mechanical Flight Control Systems
  • Egress and/or Environmental Control Systems (F/A-18E/F and/or EA-18G experience required)
  • Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS)
  • Avionics Communication/Navigation/Identification/Electronic/Countermeasures/RADAR and Weapon Control Systems (EA-18G experience required)
  • Power Distribution/Electrical Power, Instruments, Compass, Automatic Flight Control, and Lighting Systems
  • Aircraft Armament
  • Line Corrosion (Paint and Final Finish)
• Good oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications; organizational skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work.
• Ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance and meet physical and medical examination requirements related to daily assigned tasks.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization (U.S. citizenship required).
• Position requires travel.

Pay

Hiring hourly rate of pay: $43.79 (set by Collective Bargaining Agreement).

• Current rate: $43.79/hour
• On or around 1/1/2027: $45.10/hour

Benefits

• Employees receive $8.25 per hour (up to 80 hours per pay period) for purchasing benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, AD&D insurance, vision, life insurance
  • Long-term disability, employee assistance program, short-term disability
• Paid vacation (biweekly accrual):
  • 144 hours for 0–5 years of service
  • 184 hours for 5–10 years of service
  • 224 hours for 10–15 years of service
  • 264 hours for 15–20 years of service
  • 272 hours for more than 20 years of service
• Pension and 401k plans.
• 11 paid holidays annually (prorated based on hire date).