Aircraft Worker, Electrician

Amentum•Virginia Beach, VA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is hiring an Aircraft Worker to support U.S. Navy aviation maintenance operations with VFA-106 at NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The worker performs aircraft maintenance and repairs under the direction of higher-grade technicians, including assisting with troubleshooting and repairing aircraft electrical systems, engines, structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic, auxiliary power, ventilation, and heating systems. The role involves interpreting maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and other specifications to determine repair methods and component replacement needs. The position performs scheduled and condition-based inspections, tests and diagnoses engine malfunctions, and repairs or replaces aircraft and engine components. Duties include removing, disassembling, inspecting, repairing, reassembling, and reinstalling engines; adjusting, repairing, or replacing wiring and accessories; and completing preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections. The worker also services aircraft, supervises aircraft jacking and towing, records and verifies maintenance work, and may perform line-station repairs or specialize in structural, precision, functional-parts, or engine repair. An FAA license may be required. The job requires shift work and detachments, and may require off-site service during assigned detachments. Work is primarily outdoors in all weather, with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes. The role involves substantial standing, climbing, bending, and stooping, and requires the ability to perform assigned physical duties and meet any related medical examination requirements. U.S. citizenship is required for facility credentials at this location. The worker must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization, an approved Contractor Verification status, and T3 Secret Eligible status. Government background and fingerprint checks are required; additional EQIP forms may be required to maintain a CAC card.

Requirements

Completed Navy Aviation Electrician Technician AE “A” School or equivalent.
Knowledge and use of the special tools and equipment needed to perform assigned maintenance tasks.
Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to work as a self-motivator with minimum supervision.
Ability to physically perform all assigned duties and meet associated medical examination requirements.
Valid Virginia driver's license, or a valid North Carolina driver's license if a North Carolina resident.
Ability to obtain approved Contractor Verification status, including a seven-year background check.
Ability to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization; U.S. citizenship is required for credentials at this work location.
Ability to obtain T3 Secret Eligible status and pass and maintain required U.S. Government background and fingerprint checks.
Availability for shift work and detachments; off-site service during assigned detachments may be required.

Nice To Haves

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.
FAA mechanic license, if applicable; the posting states that a license may be required.

Responsibilities

Assist in troubleshooting aircraft malfunctions involving structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing, pneudraulic systems, engines, auxiliary power units, and 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 maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical and engineering data, and other specifications to determine repair or replacement methods.
Perform progressive, phase, periodic, hourly, conditional, and calendar inspections.
Inspect reciprocating and jet engines and components for defects, damage, wear, security, and other malfunctions; test engine operation using diagnostic equipment.
Repair or replace worn or damaged aircraft and 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.
Record maintenance work performed and verify that the work was completed satisfactorily.
Perform line-station service and repairs as needed to keep aircraft in safe operating condition.
Complete required safety training and self-aid/buddy-aid duties, participate in emergency response tasks, and serve on safety committees or teams as appropriate.
Comply with applicable quality, operational, safety, environmental, and procedure requirements.