AME Seat Tech - Aircraft Mechanic
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Aircraft Maintenance/ Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
AME Seat Tech - Aircraft Mechanic
We are seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to work on the F/A-18E, F/A-18F, F-18, and Super Hornet fighter aircraft. The role involves performing modifications and maintaining the aircraft's egress systems.
Responsibilities
- Maintain various aircraft egress systems such as seat and canopy ejection, gaseous and liquid oxygen, ejection seats, fire extinguishing, air conditioning, cabin and cockpit heat, pressurization, and ventilation.
- Remove and install oxygen system valves, gauges, converters, and regulators.
- Inspect, remove, install, and rig ejection seats, shoulder harnesses, and lap belts.
- Inspect, remove, install, and adjust firing mechanisms and cartridges for ejection seats.
- Perform daily, preflight, post-flight, and other periodic aircraft inspections.
Essential Skills
- Navy/Marine Corp AME NACES certification.
- CDI or CDQAR qualifications.
- Minimum of 5 - 7 recent years of experience performing depot-level/heavy checks on any aircraft, including equipment overhauls and modifications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with F/A-18E, F/A-18F, F-18, and Super Hornet fighter aircraft.
- Familiarity with military aircraft modifications.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in San Antonio, TX.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 2026.
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