Ground Equipment Mechanic

The Ground Support Mechanic is responsible for support of highly sensitive HQ USAF operational plans and safe air transportation for Cabinet Members, senior military leaders, and visiting foreign dignitaries.

• Inspects, repairs and maintains assigned AGE to support the transportation of Cabinet Members and other high‑ranking national and international dignitaries.
• Dispatches AGE to the flightline to support flying operations and aircraft maintenance.
• Uses maintenance instructions and technical data in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of assigned ground equipment.
• Maintains hand and powered tools in an orderly manner.
• Completes maintenance data forms and makes Maintenance Information System (MIS) inputs.
• Assists in the training and direction of assigned personnel.
• Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention and safety at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including TDY and travel.
• Works with fuel, oils, lubricants, chemical cleaners, solutions and disposes hazardous material and waste according to environmental standards.
• Works day shift, second shift, third shift and/or weekend shifts as required.
• Receives cross‑utilization (CUT) training and is qualified to perform maintenance tasks associated within classification.

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A working knowledge of powered AGE repair procedures is required.
• Specialized courses in powered AGE maintenance are required.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Two years of recent experience as a powered AGE mechanic or equivalent in powered AGE maintenance is required.
• Section 608 Technician Universal Certification for refrigerant is highly desired.
• Occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds is required.
• Normal color vision is required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance (US citizenship required).
• Must be able to obtain and hold a flightline driver’s license.

• Section 608 Technician Universal Certification for refrigerant is highly preferred.

• HIRING HOURLY RATE: $48.85.
• This position includes a competitive benefits package:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, United States military or 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 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.