Amentum · 16 hours ago
Aircraft Mechanic 2 (Line Operations)
Oak Harbor, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$45.98/hr - $47.36/hr
5+ years expAmentum is currently seeking a qualified Aircraft Mechanic II specialized in Line supervision in support of the U.S Naval Air Station maintenance operations at NAS Whidbey Island. The Aircraft Mechanic II is responsible for inspecting and performing organizational level maintenance/modification on EA-18G aircrafts and related systems, while also advising and training team members to solve unusual maintenance problems.
Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Service, repair aircraft, and aircraft engines to ensure serviceability
Repair and replace, aircraft structures, landing gear, power plants, fuel systems (including cells, tanks, and fuel/metering control systems), and functional components using hand tools, power tools, rivet gun, and drills
Inspect and repair power plants (engines) malfunctions, including cracked components, oil leaks, etc
Diagnose malfunctions, isolate causes, and correct breaks
Test engine operation, using testing equipment to locate source of malfunction
Replace and repair damaged components, use hand tools, gauges, and test equipment
Remove engine and major components from aircraft, using hoist or other lifting devices
Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, warping, or other defects
Repair and replace defective engine components and reassemble and install engine in aircraft
Adjust, repair, or replace instruments, avionics and navigations, ADP flight control, electrical/electronic, fuel/oil systems and aircraft accessories
Perform aircraft services, including engine flush/cleaning, parts lubrication, and maintenance checks
May service engines and airframe components at flight line operations making repairs, short of overhaul, required to ensure aircraft safe operating condition
May specialize in repair and modification of engines, structural components, precision repair, functional spare parts, and assemblies
Recommend revisions to maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and ensure quality workmanship
Provide scheduled/unscheduled organizational maintenance support
Inspect the aircraft for tools and other foreign objects that could potentially put the aircraft or aircrew at risk
Inspect the aircraft to certify that all maintenance performed by the team is correct and complete
Perform inspection, disassembly, repair, servicing, TD compliance, modification, assembly, surface finish removal, corrosion control, preservation/de-preservation services supporting the following aircraft and aeronautical equipment systems:
Perform all other position related duties as assigned, requested, or directed by local directives
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Five (5) years actual and recent aircraft organizational level experience required
Three (3) years F/A-18E/F/EA-18G experience required
Three (3) years CDI qualification and leadership required
Selected candidates will be required to hold this job position for one year
Have the ability to troubleshoot and repair complex malfunctions and perform complex Organizational Level Maintenance actions in support of the EA-18G aircraft
Must possess a level of experience necessary to inspect all aircraft assigned, certify Aircraft/Engine Logbook entries, and possess one or more of the following specialties: Propulsion/Engine and Fuel Systems, Airframe/Structural, Landing Gear, Launch/Arresting, Wing/Pylon Fold, Hydraulic/Pneumatic, and mechanical Flight Control Systems, Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS), Power Distribution/Electrical Power, Instruments, Compass, Automatic Flight Control and Lighting Systems, Aircraft Armament, Line, Corrosion
Thorough knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft, missile, or wheeled and tracked vehicle maintenance mandatory
Must know theory and principles of engine operations: Accessories and components, Theory of flight, Rigging of flight controls, Electrical and electronic, Pneudraulic, Mechanical principles
Read, interpret, and use manufacturers and aircraft maintenance manuals, service bulletins, blueprints, wiring/schematic diagrams, data tables and other specifications to determine feasibility and method to repair or replace malfunctioning or damaged components
Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to operate a government general-purpose vehicle
Position may require the ability to pass and maintain a Security Clearance and meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned task
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location
Position requires travel
Benefits
$8.25 per hour paid, up to 80 hours per pay period for the purchase of the following benefits: medical, dental, AD&D insurance, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and short-term disability.
Paid vacation. Annual allotment in the form of a biweekly accrual as follows: 144 hours for 0-5 years of service, 184 hours for 5-10 years of service, 224 hours for 10-15 years of service, 264 hours for 15-20 years of service, and 272 hours for more than 20 years of service.
Pension and 401k
11 Paid holidays annually (prorated dependent on hire date)
Company
Amentum
Amentum is a technology and engineering company for security, defense, and energy.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$321.16M2025-03-12Post Ipo Secondary· $321.16M
2024-09-27IPO
2020-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Ajay Nagar
Vice President
Darren Burton
Chief People Officer
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