Aircraft Mechanic I - Engine/FEDS Operator

Amentum • Savannah, GA

7d

About The Position

The Aircraft Engine Mechanic/FEDS Operator , with the use of current technical instructions repairs or replaces worn, defective, or damaged aircraft engine parts. They also test engine components and systems to ensure they are functioning correctly and use testing equipment to diagnose and identify engine problems. In addition, an aviation engine mechanic is responsible for disassembling and inspecting engine parts like turbine blades and cylinders, for wear, warping, cracks, and leaks. This mechanic assists in the preparation and installation of aircraft engines and the removal of engine systems and components. The engine mechanic may also be required to operate and evaluate engine systems with the use of an engine run cell.

Requirements

• FAA Powerplant License
• Three (3) years aviation maintenance experience
• Two (2) years rotary wing aircraft experience
• Two (2) years on the assigned Engine (MDS)
• All experience must be within the Six (6) most recent years
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for a facility credentials/authorization at the work location
• Tools are Required ; must possess own shadowed/etched Tools and Toolbox
• Possess good communication skills; be adaptable, diversified and capable of troubleshooting entire aircraft system
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical and associated systems principles to complete properly all probable work tasks
• Knowledge of Quality Control, Production and Supply procedures required to perform job assignment
• Able to properly use a variety of common hand tools and measuring devices such as gauges, torque wrenches and scales and test, measurement and diagnostic equipment related to specific aircraft models
• Able to determine when faulty systems or assemblies can be corrected through repair of replacement of new parts and the nature and extent of repair required
• Must have skill in reading, applying and interpreting technical data
• Must be able to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Frequently lift parts and equipment up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

• FEDS Operator Experience preferred

Responsibilities

• repairs or replaces worn, defective, or damaged aircraft engine parts
• test engine components and systems
• diagnose and identify engine problems
• disassembling and inspecting engine parts
• assists in the preparation and installation of aircraft engines and the removal of engine systems and components
• operate and evaluate engine systems with the use of an engine run cell

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees