Aircraft Worker, Electrician

Amentum•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•$36 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is hiring Aviation Electrician Technicians to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations at NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach, Virginia, for VFA-106. The Aircraft Worker performs aircraft maintenance and repairs under the direction of higher-grade technicians, including troubleshooting aircraft systems and repairing, replacing, or rebuilding aircraft structures and functional components. Work includes electrical wiring and aircraft accessories, engines and engine components, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, auxiliary power, ventilation, heating, plumbing, and hydraulic systems. The role includes reading and interpreting maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and other specifications; conducting progressive, phase, periodic, and other inspections; diagnosing engine and component faults; and using hand tools, power tools, machines, gauges, and testing equipment. Duties also include removing, inspecting, repairing, replacing, reassembling, and installing engines; performing preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections; servicing aircraft; supervising aircraft jacking and towing; and recording and verifying completed work in maintenance records. The worker may perform line-station repairs, specialize in structural or engine repair, and may be required to hold an FAA license. The position requires shift work and detachments. Work is primarily outdoors in varying weather, with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes. The role involves standing, climbing, bending, and stooping, and may require off-site service during assigned detachments. The employee must meet security and facility credential requirements, including obtaining and maintaining a NACI (T1) Public Trust Security Clearance and facility authorization. U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials and authorization to work at the facility. Amentum emphasizes safety, quality, and compliance with operational, safety, quality, and environmental procedures. Employees are responsible for completing applicable training, carrying out self-aid and buddy-aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response activities as applicable, and following Amentum quality and customer-satisfaction requirements.

Requirements

Must have completed Navy Aviation Electrician Technician AE “A” School or equivalent.
Knowledge and use of special tools and equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory.
Must be physically able to perform all assigned duties and meet associated medical examination requirements, if applicable.
Must have a valid Virginia driver license, or a valid North Carolina driver license if a North Carolina resident.
Must be able to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision.
Must be able to pass and maintain a U.S. Government background security check and favorable fingerprints in EQIP; may need to complete an SF-85/86 in EQIP to maintain a CAC card.
Must obtain approved status through the Contractor Verification system, including a seven-year background check.
Must obtain and maintain a NACI (T1) Public Trust Security Clearance and facility credentials/authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials and authorization to work at the facility.
Must be able to perform shift work and detachments.
Must be able to work primarily outdoors in all types of weather and with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes.
Must be able to meet the physical demands of standing, climbing, bending, and stooping.
May be required to perform off-site service during assigned detachments.
May be required to hold a Federal Aviation Administration license.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent.
Three years of F/A-18 A-G O-level aircraft system maintenance experience.
Ramp Stamp (restricted or unrestricted).
Experience with an A/S32A-45 tow tractor.
Experience with an AM32A-108 or A/M24M-6 power cart.

Responsibilities

Repair aircraft under the direction of higher-grade technicians and assist with troubleshooting aircraft system malfunctions.
Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures and functional components, including rigging, flight controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units.
Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and specifications to determine repair or replacement methods.
Perform progressive, phase, periodic, hourly, conditional, calendar, and other aircraft inspections.
Inspect reciprocating and jet engines and components for defects, damage, wear, corrosion, leaks, and other malfunctions.
Test engine operation and use diagnostic equipment to locate malfunctions.
Repair or replace worn or damaged engine components; remove, disassemble, inspect, repair, reassemble, and reinstall engines as required.
Adjust, repair, or replace aircraft electrical wiring systems and 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 completed work in maintenance records and verify that work was performed satisfactorily.
Perform line-station service and repairs as needed to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Perform assigned safety, training, emergency-response, quality, customer-satisfaction, and procedure-compliance duties.