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Amentum · 2 days ago

Aircraft Mechanic I (Sheet Metal - UH-60/AH-64/CH-47) Fort Hood, TX

Fort Cavazos, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$35.97/hr - $35.97/hr

3+ years exp

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic I to repair and replace aircraft structural components. The role involves fabricating, modifying, and installing structural parts, performing inspections, and adhering to safety procedures.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Repairs, fabricates, modifies and installs structural parts, forming blocks, and shapes metal using stretching, shrinking, and other metal forming techniques

Mixes and applies fiberglass materials

Balances rotary-wing aircraft blades

Makes emergency and permanent repairs to transparent plastic windows and enclosures

Uses common measuring tools, precision measuring gages, and alignment fixtures to perform structural repairs

Performs checks; carry out inspections and removal of components

Mixes and applies primers and paints to aircraft surfaces

Applies corrosion control treatment to aircraft metals

Comprehends technical manuals, blueprints, and engineering drawings

Requisitions bench stock for repair of aircraft structures

Prepares request for turn ins and repair parts and structural components

Uses and performs operator maintenance on common and special tools

Performs final checks on assembly and installation of parts that were replaced

Prepares forms and records related to aircraft maintenance

Assists aircraft technicians and mechanics on various tasks

Removes and disassemble defective parts of the aircraft

Maintains the supplies and perform preventive maintenance

Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested

Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality)

Qualification

Aircraft sheet metal repairRotary wing aircraft experienceTechnical manual comprehensionFiberglass applicationCorrosion control treatmentPrecision measuring toolsWorkload prioritizationSafety adherenceTeam leadership

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired; certification of education level is required

Valid up-to-date A&P license (optional)

Shall have three years aviation maintenance experience, two years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS) UH-60/AH-64/CH-47

All experience must be within the six most recent years

Valid Driver's License

Must provide own tools/toolbox. Recruiters will provide toolbox requirements to candidates upon selection

Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization

US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility

Thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modifications and repair

Basic knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machine, sheet metal brakes and sheers and those listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC)

Working knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems

Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects

Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical type maintenance to be performed by Sheetmetal/Structural Mechanic

The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records

Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day

Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands

Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders

May be required to lift/push/pull heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds

Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications

Will handle dirty parts and lubricants

Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification

May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc

May work in maintenance shop or outside

Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty

May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment