Aircraft Mechanic 2 (UH60) - FCC or A&P License - Illesheim/Germany

Your tasks

The Aircraft Mechanic 2 UH60 performs the full range of military tactical aircraft maintenance and maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.

• Remove and install aircraft subsystem assemblies and components such as engines, rotors, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.
• Service and lubricate aircraft and subsystems.
• Safely prepare aircraft for inspections and maintenance checks and services.
• Perform scheduled inspections and assist in performing special inspections.
• Perform limited maintenance operational checks and diagnoses and troubleshoots aircraft systems using special tools and test equipment as required.
• Use and perform operator maintenance on tools, special tools and aircraft ground support equipment.
• Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as aircraft Technical Manuals, Maintenance Information and Action Messages and all technical guidance provided through government official representatives.
• Maintain and repair aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
• Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Your profile

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Graduate or equivalent is required.
• Shall have Five (5) years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
• FAA A&P or FCC Elements 1 and 3 required.
• Must possess (FAA) A&P certificate, with at least Two (2) years' aviation maintenance experience, and Two years on the assigned MDS (UH60) .
• All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years.
• If no A&P certificate, must possess or being willing to obtain an FCC License with Elements 1 and 3, and Must have Three (3) years aviation maintenance experience, Three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience and Two (2) years minimum on the assigned Mission Design Series UH60 (MDS).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance, (NACI T1) Public Trust. US Citizenship is required to obtain the required NACI Clearance. (Interim NACI approval required for deployment).
• Valid US Passport Required for travel to Germany.

Germany Specific:

• TESA Approval: (German Govt) Must be able to qualify for TESA approval; with 5 years career total Aviation maintenance experience in the last 5 years.
• Travel: As required in support of task order.

Knowledge & Skills

• Possess good communication skills; be adaptable, diversified and capable of troubleshooting entire aircraft system.
• Working knowledge of electrical, electronic, mechanical and associated systems principles to complete properly all probable work task.
• Knowledge of Quality Control, Production and Supply procedures required to perform job assignment.
• Able to determine when faulty systems or assemblies can be corrected through repair of replacement of new parts and the nature and extent of repair required.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must be able to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Frequently lift parts and equipment up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must be immediately deployable to potential combat areas worldwide.

We offer

Compensation Details:

25.00

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:

10/09/2026 - 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.

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