Aircraft Mechanic - Customs & Border Protection

Job Overview

The CBP Aircraft Mechanic performs maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection, and aircraft servicing functions on assigned aircraft within an aircraft maintenance and operations environment and in accordance with applicable instructions.

• Perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, repair, and modification of aircraft in accordance with 14 CFR and Department of Defense regulations, technical manuals, and other data as applicable.
• Perform daily and turnaround inspections on all assigned aircraft.
• Perform inspections, corrosion control, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on aircraft systems.
• May be required to fly on Government aircraft for relocation, to conduct in‑flight checks (test flights) and troubleshooting that cannot be completed on the ground.
• May be required to perform official travel to temporary duty sites within and outside the United States.
• Furnish own hand tools to perform maintenance of aircraft (necessary special tools and test equipment will be furnished by the customer).
• May be required to perform other duties to support the overall mission.

• Must possess and maintain a valid State driver’s license.
• Must be willing to subject themselves to random drug tests.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• High school graduate or possess an equivalency certificate from an accredited program.
• Must possess a valid FAA Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.
• Must be competent and knowledgeable in maintenance of both fixed‑wing and rotary‑wing aircraft and aircraft systems (airframes, structural, hydraulics, fuel, electrical systems, and engines).
• Must be competent and knowledgeable in system troubleshooting, reading and interpretation of schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and FAA, Company, and other Directives.
• Must be reliable, demonstrate good judgment, and be able to follow base, federal and Company procedures for hazardous waste handling and disposal.
• Ability to meet required deadlines and maintain necessary workflow.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English and follow both verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret technical data.

Be physically able to perform aircraft mechanic duties; move freely about the interior and meet aircraft specific weight limits. Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods. May be required to wear a respirator. Pull, push, and lift up to 50 lbs. On occasions may work in high‑noise areas requiring adequate ear protection.

Prefer at least two years of experience working on rotary‑wing aircraft. UH‑60 Blackhawk experience highly desired.

Base salary: $42.96 per hour.

Amentum is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, federal or local veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability. The essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

For more information, see applicable federal and local laws.