Aircraft Worker (Armament): Eglin AFB
Posted on: 29 Nov 2024
Eglin AFB, FL
Job Description
Classification Description
Loads munitions and explosive and propellant devices on aircraft and inspects, maintains, installs, modifies, and repairs aircraft bomb, rocket, and missile release, launch, suspension, and monitor systems; guns and gun mounts; and related munitions handling, loading, and test equipment under the technical direction of an Armament Mechanic, Armament Mechanic (Senior) or Lead. Examines for visual defects and proper installation of systems components, such as; munitions ejector racks, loading and suspension devices, shackles, rocket pods, pylons, aircraft ammunition and feed chutes. Analyzes malfunctions of munitions launch, release, suspension, and monitor systems, and associated equipment. Required to perform assigned tasks within your work center that directly supports necessary functions of this job classification.
Specialty Qualifications
a. Knowledge. Knowledge of basic electricity and the principles of mechanics, electronics, and pneudraulics applying to munitions launch, release, suspension, fusing, and arming systems; and aircraft gun systems is mandatory. Knowledge of using precision measuring tools and equipment and using and interpreting schematics, and wiring diagrams is mandatory. Knowledge of technical orders and regulations and safety codes and practices is mandatory. Knowledge of concepts of applicable maintenance directives, and the proper handling, use, and disposal of hazardous waste and materials is mandatory. Knowledge of MIS (CAMS/IMDS) and desktop computer operations and use is mandatory. Must have working knowledge of Air Force supply procedures to look up, place orders, receive and maintain parts and materials to complete assigned work.
b. Education. Completion of a basic aircraft armament systems course is mandatory. Completion of high school with courses in mechanics or basic electronics is desirable.
c. Experience. Qualification as an Armament Aircraft Worker is mandatory. A minimum of three years of experience of on aircraft or maintaining and repairing munitions launch and release or aircraft gun systems is mandatory.
Special Certifications and Qualifications required for position
A minimum a minimum four (4) years documented experience, preferably within the last ten (10) years, on F-16 aircraft AME is required. Must have held an Aircraft Armament Systems (2W1X1) Air Force Specialty Code or civilian/sister service equivalent. Must be able to travel. SECRET Security Clearance required.
Amentum
Germantown, MD
Amentum supports the most critical missions of government and commercial organizations world wide.
Amentum is a premier global government and private-sector partner whose experience, passion and purpose drive mission success. We operate, serve, maintain, protect and support the most discerning and critical programs in Nuclear & Environment, Mission Support & Sustainment, Threat Mitigation, Mission Assurance, Strategic Capabilities Engineering in Critical Infrastructures, Facilities, and Ranges here and abroad. Amentum’s culture of safety, operational excellence, and ethics was formed throughout our 116-year heritage and sharpened by our unrelenting dedication to the customer’s mission.
At Amentum, we stand for operational excellence at every facet of the mission. It’s not about just getting the job done, but about empowering missions to accomplish results and positive outcomes for our customers.
With unrelenting dedication, we also support secure supply chains that take advantage of the most appropriate technology while being driven by people that have lived with the outcomes as opposed to just working in them. We also maintain and operate facilities and equipment that enables mission, doing it in ways that extend the useful lifespans while updating it to face modern challenges.
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Although Amentum is new, our heritage dates back to the early 20th Century, with roots in iconic American companies. We honed our reputation throughout the Golden Age of Innovation, establishing deep relationships with customers in the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Energy.
In more recent years, we became a preeminent government contractor as URS and later joined with the world’s premier integrated infrastructure company, AECOM. We honed our values of operational excellence, mission focus, and successful execution underpinned by a strong sense of safety and integrity.
On Feb. 1, 2020, Amentum was born. Preserving our culture of excellence and commitment to safety and ethical business, Amentum remains a trusted partner to U.S. federal government agencies, allied governments and corporations worldwide supporting critical programs of national significance across defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environment. Headquartered in Germantown, Md., we are more than 20,000 professionals in 48 states and 28 foreign countries and territories working together to ensure the success of our customers’ most vital missions.
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