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. Minimum Requirements 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. Preferred Requirements 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. Compensation & Benefits HIRING HOURLY Rate of Pay: $54.47(Hourly rate set by CBA) This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com About Amentum Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition, and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration, and well-being are integral to success.Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. 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$54.47 The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: 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 Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. 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 (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), 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. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .