Aircraft Mechanic III

Amentum is immediately hiring qualified Aircraft Mechanic 3’s in support of U.S. Navy Aviation maintenance operations at NAS Oceana Virginia Beach, VA. VFA-106.

The Aircraft Mechanic 3 must have knowledge of the F/A-18 E/F Super Hornet aircraft and the ability to communicate with other aircraft mechanics across a wide variety of skillsets to include Power Plants, Airframe\Hydraulic Systems, Avionics, ALSS, Electrical, Navigation Systems, Environmental Control Systems, Corrosion, and Line Division Operations.  Additionally, the candidate will release aircraft Safe for Flight.  It will be the responsibility of the Mech III to be able to efficiently attain the objectives and manage all actions to retain materials in a serviceable condition or restore them to serviceability.  The candidate must be able to manage scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. Must maintain compliance with OPNAV 4790 guidelines while supporting a demanding op-tempo to include daily flight schedule and detachments to remote locations.  A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.  Candidate will be required to perform duties within the established procedures of the Performance Work Statement.  An Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic in this position will ensure all priorities are passed on to the maintenance team, set project\priority of parts and procurement of repairable\non-repairable assemblies.  As a Mech III you will be required to act in a role of Shift Supervisor, must be able to apply technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as schematics, flow charts, and manufactures’ manuals. Inspect and make entries into aircraft logbooks to ensure all technical data and ensure that all work is complete in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, maintenance requirement card, and maintenance instruction to include the Naval Aviation Maintenance Programs prior to releasing aircraft Safe for Flight.

Additional information:

- Inspect and maintain all company and customer assets, including all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with applicable directives, and ensure that those assets are utilized in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
- Participate in the training and qualification of new personnel.
- Promote communication to enhance and encourage employee awareness of accident prevention, quality of work, and environmental compliance.
- Promote positive communication with all site departments, company management, and our customers to ensure the proper execution of our contract.
- Participate in required daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual training and ensure that it is documented in a timely manner.

Will be required to pass and maintain a U.S. Government background security check as well as favorable fingerprints in EQIP.  May be required to complete a SF-85/86 in EQIP as required to maintain possession of a CAC card. Unfavorable background check may result in termination if determination is made you are not eligible for a CAC card.

Minimum Requirements:

- Secret Clearance Required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
- Shift work required, detachments are possible.
- Must have completed Navy Aviation Maintenance Control Management for Optimized Organizational Maintenance Activity (OOMA).
- Must have seven (7) years Maintenance / Production Control Experience with 3 years actual and recent F/A-18 E/F/G O-level Safe for Flight experience.
- Must have completed the following:  F/A-18 Supervisor FAM C-600-3867; Naval Aviation Quality Assurance (QA) Admin C-555-0046.
- Must have a valid Virginia or North Carolina Driver license (if North Carolina resident).
- Knowledge and use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory. supervision.
- Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks.
- There is a great deal of standing, climbing, bending and stooping.  Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
- Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Aircraft Weight and Balance E-516-0001.
- Naval Aviation Logs & Records E-555-0001.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

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.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The hourly rate for this position is $42.22 per hour. Plus $8.10 per hour, up to 40 hours per week, for Health & Welfare.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, 3.08 hours of paid time off weekly, and 11 paid holidays annually.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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 EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters .

Compensation Details:
$42.22

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:
11/05/2026 - Until Filled
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 .