Aircraft Mechanic - Ordnance - VMG

Amentum - Fallon, NV

Full-time

Fallon, NV

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Aircraft Ordnance Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing aircraft armament systems, as well as loading and fusing ammunition for Marine Corps/Navy aircraft. This role requires a combination of technical skills and safety precautions to ensure the operational readiness of aircraft ordnance systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on ordnance and related equipment.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft armament weapons systems and fire warning/extinguishing systems.
• Operates and performs maintenance on armament weapons support equipment.
• Loads and unloads airborne weapons and conducts functional testing of aircraft weapons systems.
• Removes, maintains, services, installs, and loads aircraft guns.
• Arms and de-arms aircraft as required.
• Conducts functional tests of racks, launchers, and electrical components of aircraft armament systems.
• Configures aircraft for carriage of aviation ammunition by installing or removing necessary equipment.
• Identifies munitions by type and explosive hazard, and follows emergency response procedures.
• Conducts ammunition inventories and maintains stock records.
• Complies with applicable aircraft maintenance instructions and technical publications.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural repair is required.
• Four years of recent experience in the type of aircraft being serviced.
• Must meet the criteria to be qualified and certified as per OPNAVINST 8023.
• Ability to see imperfections and read micrometer readings.
• Ability to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Ability to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles and machinery.
• Must obtain appropriate support equipment and/or material handling licensing.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required certification or clearance.
• Must meet medical requirements for Explosive handlers and Explosive vehicle Operators.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience on Naval/Marine Corp Aircraft.
• Completed CNATT AO (A)(C) Course.
• Ability to work in various operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Experience working in an aircraft maintenance hangar.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer practices
• Support for military veterans
• Comprehensive training and certification opportunities