Mechanic 1 Aviation Structrual Mechanic-Equipment (AME)
Company: Amentum
Location: Virginia Beach
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Amentum is immediately hiring qualified Aviation Structural
Mechanic Equipment Technician Mechanic 1's (AME) in support of U.S.
Navy Aviation maintenance operations at NAS Oceana Virginia Beach,
VA. VFA-106.
The Aircraft Mechanic I troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft
structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti-icing,
pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power unit, and ventilation and
heating systems. This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds
aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional
components including rigging, surface controls, and plumbing and
hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and
equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment,
rivet gun, and drills. This worker reads and interprets
manufacturers' and airline's maintenance manuals, service
bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other
specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or
replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. This mechanic
performs: progressive, phase, periodic, and other hourly,
conditional or calendar inspections, examines reciprocating engines
for cracked cylinders and oil leaks, and listens to operating
engine to detect and diagnose malfunctions, such as sticking or
burnt valves, inspects jet engines and components for cracks,
corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions,
security, warping, wear, and missing segments. Inspects jet engine
turbine blades to detect cracks, distortion, corrosion, burn-out,
security, or breaks, tests engine operation, using testing
equipment, such as ignition analyzer, compression checker,
distributor timer, ammeter, and jet calibration (Jetcal) tester, to
locate source of malfunction. Work involves: replacing or repairing
worn or damaged components, such as carburetors, alternators,
magnetos, fuel controls, fuel pumps, oil pumps, and engine mounted
gearboxes, and compressor bleed valves using hand tools, gauges,
and testing equipment; removing engine from aircraft, using hoist
or forklift truck, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear,
cracks, security, or other defects, and repairing or replacing
defective engine parts and reassembles and installs engine in
aircraft. Job duties require that this mechanic: adjusts, repairs,
or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories,
performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance
inspections, performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft,
including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters,
greasing moving parts, and checking brakes. This incumbent
supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft, enters in the
maintenance records description of the work performed and verifies
the work was performed satisfactorily, may service engines and
airframe components at line station making repairs, short of
overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition,
may specialize in work, repair and modification of structural,
precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies, and may
specialize in engine repair. This worker may be required to be
licensed by Federal Aviation Administration.
Will be required to pass and maintain a U.S. Government background
security check as well as favorable fingerprints in EQIP. May be
required to complete a SF-85/86 in EQIP as required to maintain
possession of a CAC card. Unfavorable background check may result
in termination if determination is made you are not eligible for a
CAC card.
Minimum Requirements:
Shift work required, detachments are possible.
Must have completed Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic "E" (Safety
Equipment) AME "A" School
Must Obtain CDI within 30 days of promotion/hire date.
High School graduate or equivalent, with a minimum of five (5)
years actual and recent organizational level F/A-18 aircraft
experience with 3 years F/A-18 E/F/G O-level aircraft system
maintenance experience with U.S. Navy 8341 NEC (verified by
DD-214).
Knowledge and use of special tools/equipment required to perform
assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory. Shift work and detachments
are required.
Must be able to obtain an approved status from the Contractor
Verification system which includes a 7 year background check and
obtain a Security Clearance for Public Trust.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility
credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for
facility credentials/authorization at this work location.
Must be physically able to perform all assigned duties.
Must have a valid Virginia or North Carolina Driver license (if
North Carolina resident)
Work is performed primarily outdoors under all types of weather
conditions with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes.
Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules,
operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Should be a self-motivator and work with minimum supervision.
Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or
pass any medical examination requirements related to performing
daily assigned tasks.
There is a great deal of standing, climbing, bending and
stooping.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior Ordnance Certification at the Quality Assurance Safety
Observer (QA/SO) level
Ramp Stamp (restricted/unrestricted)
A/S32A-45 Tow Tractor
LFCU; A/M32T-5; A/M32T-7
A/M32A-108; A/M24M-6 power carts
A/M26U-14 O2 Cart; A/M26U-4/4B NAN cart
A/S32A-44 Crane
APU/Low Power Turn Operator
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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