Aircraft Mechanic I, Airframe

Amentum•Virginia Beach, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic I to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations for VFA-106 at NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The role maintains and repairs F/A-18 aircraft and related systems, including aircraft structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, engine, auxiliary power, ventilation, and heating systems. Work includes inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, rebuilding, and testing aircraft and engine components using hand tools, power tools, machines, and specialized equipment. The mechanic interprets maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and other specifications to determine repair methods and feasibility. Duties include performing progressive, phase, periodic, and other scheduled or conditional inspections; examining reciprocating and jet engines and components for faults or damage; testing engine operation; repairing or replacing components; and removing, disassembling, inspecting, repairing, reassembling, and reinstalling engines as required. The mechanic also adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring and aircraft accessories; performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections; and services aircraft by completing tasks such as flushing crankcases, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. The position supervises aircraft jacking and towing, records work performed and verifies its satisfactory completion, and may perform line-station repairs or specialize in structural, precision, functional-part, or engine repair. FAA licensing may be required. The position requires shift work, and detachments are possible. Work is primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes. The job involves substantial standing, climbing, bending, and stooping, and requires the physical ability to perform assigned duties. The employee must pass and maintain a U.S. Government background security check and favorable fingerprints in EQIP, and be able to obtain favorable T3 Secret eligibility and facility credentials/authorization. U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials at this location. The hourly rate is $38.70, plus $8.10 per hour for health and welfare for up to 40 hours per week. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement benefits; life and disability insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; educational reimbursement; parental leave; employee stock purchase plan; tax-saving options; and pet insurance. Benefits are subject to eligibility and may vary by employment type, location, and applicable agreements.

Requirements

At least three years of actual and recent organizational-level F/A-18 A-G aircraft maintenance experience. Internal candidates at CFT NAS Oceana (VA993) may bypass this requirement if they successfully pass all three required CDI qualification tests.
Completion of Navy Aviation Structural Mechanics AM “A” School, an FAA A&P License, or equivalent.
Obtain Collateral Duty Inspector qualification within 30 days of promotion or hire.
Knowledge and use of special tools and equipment required for assigned maintenance tasks.
Any additional qualifications or licenses required to maintain aircraft.
Physical ability to perform all assigned duties and ability to meet physical requirements or pass medical examinations related to daily tasks.
Valid Virginia driver's license, or North Carolina driver's license if a North Carolina resident.
Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to obtain favorable T3 Secret eligibility status.
Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for credentials at this work location.
Pass and maintain a U.S. Government background security check and favorable fingerprints in EQIP; completion of an SF-85/86 in EQIP may be required to maintain a CAC card.
Shift work is required, and detachments are possible.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent.
At least three years of prior F/A-18 A-G Collateral Duty Inspector/Quality Assurance Representative experience or an FAA A&P License.
Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
Paint and Final Finish qualification.
Ramp Stamp (restricted or unrestricted).
F/A-18 Tire & Wheel qualification.
Hydraulic Contamination qualification.
A/S32A-45 Tow Tractor qualification.
A/M26U-4-4B NAN cart and A/M27T-14/15 qualifications.
A/M32A-108, A/M24M-6 Power cart, and AM37M-2 Hydraulic purifier qualifications.
A/S32A-44 Crane qualification.
APU/Low Power Turn Operator qualification.

Responsibilities

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 and functional components, including wings, fuselage, rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units.
Read and interpret manufacturers' and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and specifications to determine repair feasibility and methods.
Perform progressive, phase, periodic, hourly, conditional, and calendar inspections.
Inspect reciprocating engines for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listen to operating engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions.
Inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortion, warping, wear, security issues, and missing segments.
Inspect jet engine turbine blades for cracks, distortion, corrosion, burnout, security issues, or breaks.
Test engine operation using testing equipment to locate malfunctions.
Replace or repair worn or damaged engine components, including carburetors, alternators, magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, engine-mounted gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves.
Remove engines from aircraft; disassemble and inspect parts; repair or replace defective parts; and reassemble and install engines.
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 aircraft jacking and towing.
Enter descriptions of work performed in maintenance records and verify that the work was performed satisfactorily.
Make line-station repairs, short of overhaul, as needed to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Complete assigned safety, self-aid/buddy-aid, emergency-response, quality, and procedure-compliance responsibilities.