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Aircraft Maintenance Technician II – C130

Mcclellan, CA; McClellan; California; CA; McClellan, California; United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Definition: This is the journey and second working level for certificated Airframe & Powerplant technicians. Incumbents at this level work independently and inspect and repair aircraft, engines,

components and systems and assess for damage, condition and method of repair, and work off site

at outlying field locations, which may include assignment as a base mechanic. This position may

be assigned other duties and tasks in the program as directed.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of the following certificates: FAA Airframe & Powerplant

Technician’s Certificates and a valid Class-C Driver’s License and three years of aerospace industry

work experience as a certificated A&P Technician and two years’ experience working on type

specific aircraft. Military experience may qualify if the level of work and responsibility was equal

to that of a certificated A&P Technician. Prior OEM or other outside training and experience on C-

130 variant aircraft may satisfy the one-year of CAL FIRE specific aircraft requirement. Current

CAL FIRE Aviation Program Aircraft Maintenance Technician II who obtain one year of experience and current CAL FIRE Aviation Program Aircraft Maintenance Technician I who obtain two years of experience working on C-130 aircraft and successfully complete Original Equipment Manufacturer or other certified outside vendor for line and intermediate level training specific to the aircraft may be eligible for promotion to this position.

Knowledge and Abilities: FAA federal aviation regulations pertaining to the maintenance and

repair of aircraft; FAA-approved maintenance practices, techniques, and procedures; aircraft shop

maintenance operational procedures and fleet aircraft structure, systems, controls, engines and

components. May perform Confined Space Entry maintenance to include aircraft fuel tank repairs.

May be required to become engine/taxi-run qualified and demonstrate proficiency in their

respective program(s) aircraft ground operations. Work independently in a central aviation

maintenance facility or work unsupervised off site at outlying field locations; perform depot level

and field maintenance to aircraft, engines, propellers, rotors, components and systems in accordance with approved procedures; have a thorough working knowledge of all fleet aircraft, engines, and airframe systems; and ability to inspect and determine problems and correct deficiencies, inspect aircraft and systems for continued airworthiness, and return aircraft to service after major and minor maintenance and repair.

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $49.72 - 56.76 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education,

experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market

data.) 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: w ww.amentumcareers.com

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 (https://postings.govdocs.com/#/vxSkbztPuAwwxfs) .

About Amentum

Amentum

Amentum is one of the largest government services and engineering companies supporting the U.S. military, intelligence community, and federal agencies. Headquartered in Virginia with more than 50,000 employees worldwide, Amentum delivers mission-critical support across defense, cybersecurity, engineering, logistics, intelligence, aviation, nuclear, and space operations. The company plays a major role in helping government agencies solve complex national security and infrastructure challenges.

For job seekers, Amentum offers a wide variety of career opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, intelligence, logistics, IT, aviation maintenance, program management, and cleared government support roles. The company is especially attractive to veterans, transitioning military personnel, and security-cleared professionals looking to continue supporting national security missions while building long-term career stability. Amentum also has a strong reputation for career mobility, education support, and mission-focused work across hundreds of federal programs.

Unlike many companies focused on a single niche, Amentum supports a broad range of high-impact missions—from military readiness and intelligence operations to NASA programs, cyber modernization, and critical infrastructure support. Employees often work on programs that directly support the Department of Defense, intelligence agencies, and federal civilian missions, creating opportunities to build diverse experience while contributing to meaningful national security outcomes.

As government investment continues to grow in cyber, space, engineering, and mission modernization, Amentum remains one of the strongest employers in the government contracting sector. For professionals seeking a stable, mission-driven career with opportunities for advancement, technical growth, and meaningful impact, Amentum continues to stand out as a top employer in defense and federal services.

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