Aircraft Worker (Armament): Eglin AFB

Amentum • Eglin Air Force Base, FL

108d

About The Position

Loads munitions and explosive and propellant devices on aircraft and inspects, maintains, installs, modifies, and repairs aircraft bomb, rocket, and missile release, launch, suspension, and monitor systems; guns and gun mounts; and related munitions handling, loading, and test equipment under the technical direction of an Armament Mechanic, Armament Mechanic (Senior) or Lead. Examines for visual defects and proper installation of systems components, such as; munitions ejector racks, loading and suspension devices, shackles, rocket pods, pylons, aircraft ammunition and feed chutes. Analyzes malfunctions of munitions launch, release, suspension, and monitor systems, and associated equipment. Required to perform assigned tasks within your work center that directly supports necessary functions of this job classification.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic electricity and principles of mechanics, electronics, and pneudraulics.
• Knowledge of precision measuring tools and equipment.
• Ability to interpret schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with technical orders, regulations, and safety codes.
• Knowledge of maintenance directives and hazardous waste handling.
• Experience with MIS (CAMS/IMDS) and desktop computer operations.
• Working knowledge of Air Force supply procedures.
• Completion of a basic aircraft armament systems course.
• Qualification as an Armament Aircraft Worker.
• Minimum of three years of experience on aircraft or maintaining munitions systems.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of high school with courses in mechanics or basic electronics.
• Experience on F-16 aircraft AME.

Responsibilities

• Load munitions and explosive devices on aircraft.
• Inspect, maintain, install, modify, and repair aircraft bomb, rocket, and missile systems.
• Examine for visual defects and proper installation of system components.
• Analyze malfunctions of munitions launch and release systems.
• Perform assigned tasks that support necessary functions of the job classification.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees