Aircraft Worker, Line

Job Description

Amentum is immediately hiring F/A-18 Plane Captains in support of U.S. Navy Aircraft maintenance operations at NAS Oceana, VA.

Must be able to work rotating shifts and travel for detachments both ashore and afloat (aircraft carriers).

The Aircraft Workers will become Plane Captain certified IAW a government approved certification process. The Aircraft Worker services aircraft, performing any combination of the following tasks:

• Directs incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal or flight line parking area to assist pilot's maneuvering of the aircraft on the ground, using hand or light signals.
• Secures aircraft in parking position with chocks and tie downs.
• Performs aircraft flight line servicing.
• Operates service vehicles to replenish fuel and oil.
• Performs pre-flight through post-flight maintenance inspections.
• Enters on the maintenance records description of the servicing performed.
• Checks for fuel contamination by draining sumps and fuel drains.
• Operates ground support equipment such as electrical power supply, tow tractors, and engine starting units.
• Examines tires for specified air pressure and condition.
• Assists in towing aircraft and cleans exterior and interior of aircraft.
• Handles hangar deck periodic housekeeping and fluid spills using portable platforms, ladders, brushes, rags, water hose, cleaning compound applicator, and mobile vacuum.

The Aircraft Worker could perform this work up to 7 days and 40 hours a week and overtime depending on operational tempo.

Minimum Requirements

• Shift work and detachments are required both ashore and afloat (aircraft carriers).
• Minimum two (2) years of actual and recent organizational level aircraft maintenance experience desired.
• 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.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors under all types of weather conditions with exposure to loud noise and exhaust fumes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical publications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Should be a self-motivator and work with minimum 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 obtain an approved status from the Contractor Verification system which includes a 7-year background check and obtain a Security Clearance for Public Trust.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• F/A-18 Plane Captain, Brake Rider, Move Director.
• Preferred completion of military aviation maintenance training or maintenance technical school curriculum or possess an FAA issued A&P license.
• Prior experience with U.S. Navy aviation experience on F/A-18 aircraft highly preferred.

Other Responsibilities

Safety: Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. 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 their 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 their 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 $35.36 per hour. Plus $7.80 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
• 11 paid holidays annually

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

09/29/2026 - 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.