or UC-35 Cessna Citation Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic AM (FAA A&P) Ft. Belvoir, VA

Amentum

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The C-12/ King Air and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic AM-1 (FAA A&P). Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on C-12/ King Air 200/350/1900 and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation aircraft. Valid (FAA) A&P Certificate is Required. US Citizenship is Required to obtain the required US Govt Secret Security Clearance, and to obtain facility and base access. Is responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying aircraft systems to ensure continued airworthiness. These tasks are performed on avionics & electrical systems, engines, flight controls and airframe components. Repairs are performed using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills. Comply with aircraft records procedures outlined in DA PAM 738-751. Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract. Know and understand the functions and requirements of computerized maintenance software. Perform aircraft recovery missions as necessary. Perform engine run or taxi operations. Meet requirement to obtain certification within 12 months of employment. Reads and interprets manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. Perform other qualified duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements High School diploma or equivalent is required. Valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required. Union CBA Site, provides 3 levels of A&P experience, based on specific years of experience on the assigned (MDS) Mission Design Series aircraft, C-12/King Air 200/350/1900 and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation. AM-1 Requires - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, with two (2) or more years of specific King Air, C-12 being preferred. AM-2 Requires - Five (5) years of C-12/ King Air and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation hands-on A&P aircraft mechanic experience is required. AM-3 Requires - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of C-12/ King Air 200/350/1900 and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation specific aircraft experience required. Valid Driver's License is required. May be required to work and/or rotate for a multiple shift operation. Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned under the Union CBA, 24-hour site operation. Work Schedule consists of Four (4) 10-hour days, 40 hours a week. Mechanic Tools are Not Required: Mechanics may bring their own tools and toolbox, tools must be etched with Mechanic's PID, Toolbox shadowed. Smart Box Toolbox provided on-site. A&P Mechanic Medical Requirement: Medical/Physical. All personnel performing engine runs, ground taxi, ordnance loading, or operating self-propelled support equipment within Ten (10) feet of the aircraft silhouette must pass a physical examination from a qualified medical professional prior to conducting these operations, and subsequently on a specified periodic basis, not to exceed Five (5) years. Security Clearance Requirements: Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization. US Citizenship is Required to hold a US Govt Secret Clearance, and facility credentials and authorization to work at this facility. Physical and Additional Qualifications 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, lift up to 50 lbs. Comply with the FAA regulations as applicable. Know, understand and comply with the requirements outlined in the contract performance work statement (PWS). May be required to work and/or rotate for a multiple shift operation. Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English. Reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining professional and non-confrontational attitude. Compensation Details: 00 Original Posting: 01/26/2026 - 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. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent is required
Valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required
US Citizenship is Required to obtain the required US Govt Secret Security Clearance, and to obtain facility and base access
Valid Driver's License is required
Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned under the Union CBA, 24-hour site operation
Must be able to speak, read, write and understand English
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization
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, lift up to 50 lbs
Comply with the FAA regulations as applicable
Know, understand and comply with the requirements outlined in the contract performance work statement (PWS)
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining professional and non-confrontational attitude

Nice To Haves

Two (2) or more years of specific King Air, C-12 being preferred

Responsibilities

servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying aircraft systems to ensure continued airworthiness
performing tasks on avionics & electrical systems, engines, flight controls and airframe components
performing repairs using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills
complying with aircraft records procedures outlined in DA PAM 738-751
ensuring aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract
knowing and understanding the functions and requirements of computerized maintenance software
performing aircraft recovery missions as necessary
performing engine run or taxi operations
reading and interpreting manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components
performing other qualified duties as assigned