Aircraft Mechanic 2 Corrosion (Paint and Final Finish)

Amentum is currently seeking a qualified Aircraft Mechanic II specialized in Corrosion (Paint and Final Finish) in support of the U.S Naval Air Station maintenance operations at NAS Whidbey Island. The Aircraft Mechanic II is responsible for inspecting and performing organizational level maintenance/ modification on EA-18G aircrafts, sub-systems, support equipment and related weapons system. The Mechanic also advises and trains team members to solve unusual maintenance problems by running analysis and tests on missiles, airframes, engines, flight control, pneudraulic, fuel, electrical/electronic systems, etc. Essential Responsibilities: Service, repair aircraft, and aircraft engines to ensure serviceability. Repair and replace, aircraft structures, landing gear, power plants, fuel systems (including cells, tanks, and fuel/metering control systems), and functional components using hand tools, power tools, rivet gun, and drills. Inspect and repair power plants (engines) malfunctions, including cracked components, oil leaks, etc. Diagnose malfunctions, isolate causes, and correct breaks. Test engine operation, using testing equipment to locate source of malfunction. Replace and repair damaged components, use hand tools, gauges, and test equipment. Remove engine and major components from aircraft, using hoist or other lifting devices. Disassemble and inspect parts for wear, warping, or other defects. Repair and replace defective engine components and reassemble and install engine in aircraft. Adjust, repair, or replace instruments, avionics and navigations, ADP flight control, electrical/electronic, fuel/oil systems and aircraft accessories. Perform aircraft services, including engine flush/cleaning, parts lubrication, and maintenance checks. May service engines and airframe components at flight line operations making repairs, short of overhaul, required to ensure aircraft safe operating condition. May specialize in repair and modification of engines, structural components, precision repair, functional spare parts, and assemblies. Recommend revisions to maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and ensure quality workmanship. Provide scheduled/unscheduled organizational maintenance support. Inspect the aircraft for tools and other foreign objects that could potentially put the aircraft or aircrew at risk. Inspect the aircraft to certify that all maintenance performed by the team is correct and complete. Perform inspection, disassembly, repair, servicing, TD compliance, modification, assembly, surface finish removal, corrosion control, preservation/de-preservation services supporting the following aircraft and aeronautical equipment systems. Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. ​High school diploma or equivalent is required.  Must have completed military aviation maintenance training or maintenance technical school curriculum Five (5) years actual and recent aircraft experience required. Three (3) years F/A-18 experience. Three (3) years F/A-18E/F/EA-18G QAR/CDQAR with maintenance control supervisory required. Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions in various aircraft systems and be able to perform general Organizational Level maintenance of the assigned aircraft. Possess a level of experience necessary to inspect all aircraft assigned, direct flight line/deck operations, certify Aircraft/Engine Logbook entries and possess one or more of the specialties: Propulsion/Engine and Fuel Systems ARS pods Airframe/Structural, Landing Gear Launch/Arresting, Wing/Pylon Fold, Hydraulic/Pneumantic, and Mechanical flight Control System Egress and/or Environmental Control Systems; Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) Avionics Communication /Navigation / Identification/Electronic Countermeasures/RADAR and Weapon Control Systems Power Distribution/Electrical Power, Instruments, Compass, Automatic Flight Control and Lighting Systems Corrosion (Paint and Final Finish) Thorough knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft maintenance mandatory. A strong working knowledge of quality assurance processes in aviation maintenance. Knowledge of sheet metal, properties of materials, fuels, and oils required. Must be able to inspect, repair, and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment. Possess a Secret clearance and meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned task.  Position requires travel. 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. Perform administrative duties related to aircraft maintenance such as preparing reports and correspondence, filing, and typing; performing data base and system analysis; maintaining aircraft and engine logbooks, and associated recor