Aircraft Mechanic - AME - VMG - Military Veterans
at Amentum
- The F-16A/B/C or D Aircraft Mechanic Egress (AME) Air force Aircrew Egress System Specialist Technical School graduate mechanic performs organizational, intermediate and limited depot level maintenance to include inspection, operational test, repair, modification and troubleshooting on all assigned aircraft, components and equipment. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems and to provide technical assistance, guidance and instruction to other employees as needed.
- Maintains assigned aircraft in accordance with Navy, and Air Force manufacturer and company distributors.
- Responsible for all egress system on and off equipment maintenance on F-16A/B/C or D models.
- Removes, transports, inspects, repairs and reinstalls F-16A/B/C or D ejection seats.
- Inspects, repairs and cleans seat harnesses.
- Inventories, stores, removes and replaces seat CAD/PAD explosive items
- Maintains environmental system on F-16A/B/C or D models.
- Maintains, inspects canopy explosive devices F-16A/B/C or D.
- Maintains and inspects on board oxygen generating system (OBOGS) or Liquid Oxygen (LOX).
- Performs aircraft scheduled/unscheduled on and off equipment maintenance.
- Performs aircraft corrosion control procedures to include wash, wipe down, polish and vacuum.
- Operates GSE, flight line vehicles and other support equipment as required.
- Drives tugs for the purpose of towing equipment and aircraft.
- Annotates maintenance actions in aircraft forms and VIDS/MAF System.
- Orders aircraft/equipment parts.
- Supervises/assists in aircraft/equipment movement and flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention and safety at all times.
- Shall perform other job-related duties as may be assigned
- This classification activity is usually accomplished in a hangar/shop/flight line environment and as such requires the scope of physical movements and postures normally associated with these activities. May be required to work in areas where high noise hazards prevail. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards. of work conditions may range from an environment where there is little or no physical discomfort, to an environment where inclement weather may subject individual to severe changes of temperature, wind, rain, snow, ice, etc.
- May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed 70 pounds.
- Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.
- May be required to perform off-site service on assigned detachments.
- Minimum two (2) years' recent experience in ejection seat maintenance and two (2) years recent egress system repair experience.
- Must have F-16A/B/C or D aircraft maintenance experience.
- Shall be a graduate the Air Force F-16A/B/C or D Aircrew Egress System Specialist Technical School T/M/S or factory equivalent ejection seat course of instruction.
- Shall be qualified on ground support equipment applicable to the specialty.
- Shall be familiar with Navy technical publications.
- Capable of conducting on-the-job training and maintenance of Contractor personnel seat/cockpit safety checkout training records; and shall be experienced and qualified in the removal and replacement of ejection seats, canopies and explosive devices, both "I" and "0" levels.
- Valid State Driver's License.
- Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of applicable maintenance/technical manuals, publications, instructions and special tools and test equipment.
- Previous Military must provide Member 4 DD214 with Honorable Discharge
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance. .
- Must be able to work all assigned shifts & schedules.
- Formal/Specialized Training or Equivalent.
- Hazardous Waste Communication Training.
- FOD and TCP Awareness Trained.
- Security Clearance Awareness Training.
- COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 Program Awareness.
- ISO 9001-2000 Program Awareness.
- NALCOMIS/OOMA or Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Management system.
- ESD Trained.
- Support Equipment Operator's License (Tow Tractor, N2 Servicing Trailer and Mobile Start Unit at a minimum.)
- Collateral Duty Inspector (in 2 T/M/S aircraft).
- Egress System Checkout.
- Non-Nuclear Ordnance Explosive Handling Certified.
- Plane Captain Qualified.
- Aircraft Towing Certified.
- Aircraft Brake Rider Certified.
- Operational Risk Management (ORM) Training.
- Fuel Surveillance Trained, Engine Run ( 1 T/M/S minimum) Troubleshooter/Final Checker Certified.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.
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EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
Fallon, NV
Amentum brings industry-best expertise, processes, and technology to ensure the availability and reliability of our Government and commercial clients’ vital facilities and equipment. We apply our culture of excellence to operate, maintain, and manage your global assets and complex supply chains to meet modern challenges at home and abroad. You get the confidence that comes from a partner with on a century-long heritage of unrelenting dedication to our clients’ missions across the DoD, civilian agencies, and the IC.
We are looking for skilled Veterans interested in continuing your career in aviation, global logistics, IT and Network support, and also unmanned systems.
We currently have positions open nationwide and globally to include: Kuwait, Iraq, and other overseas locations!
Amentum’s skilled workforce lives with outcomes rather than just works on them. Our employees hold the most sought-after certifications in the industry, including Program Management Professional (PMP), IT/Cyber, ITIL, and Professional Scrum Master (PSM). Our teams who maintain and modify vehicles, aircraft, and weapons systems work within disciplined environments certified to AS9001D, ISO 9001:2015, AS9110B, and AS9100C standards.
Whether it’s managing facilities supporting the IC’s classified missions, operating UAVs that protect our soldiers, or maintaining military equipment at remote bases abroad, Amentum has the experience, passion, and commitment to meet your critical needs.
What happens after I apply?
First, you will want to ensure your RecruitMilitary profile is up to date, and you also have the most up to date resume to provide. Once you apply for the role you will be re-directed to complete your employment application on Amentum's career site. Once you complete that application a recruiter will review your skills and qualifications and reach out to you about the role as appropriate.