Aircraft Electrical Technician I

Aircraft Electrical Technician I

Definition:

This is the entry and first working level for an aviation electrician. Incumbents at this level work under the instruction of an Aircraft Electrical Technician II and the direction of a Lead Technician to diagnose, inspect, repair and manufacture aircraft wiring and electrical systems and components; disassemble and overhaul aircraft electrical components; install and rig critical aircraft electrical components and return to service sophisticated electrical systems and components.

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inimum Qualifications: Possession

of the following certificates: FAA Airframe Technician's Certificate or FCC General Radio Certificate and a valid Class-C Driver's License. One year of documented aerospace/aviation electrical work experience may qualify in lieu of certificates.

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owledge and Abilities:

Aircraft AC and DC electrical systems, wire marking standards, electrical wiring fabrication, installation and repair electrical load analysis and wire sizing, electrical components including starters, generators, voltage regulators, dimming controls, transformer/rectifiers, inverters, and frequency controllers, and FAA wiring and electrical maintenance procedures and practices. Troubleshoot electrical system malfunctions; determine and make necessary repairs to electrical systems and components; design and fabricate electrical wire harness assemblies for new installation or major repair; design and produce electrical wiring schematics for fleet aircraft wiring modification and build up; make repairs in accordance with FAA-approved maintenance requirements; and work cooperatively with other maintenance technicians in the repair and maintenance of aircraft. May perform Confined Space Entry maintenance to include aircraft fuel tank repairs.

Compensation & Benefits

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $51.71 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)

experience, expertise, or 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:

Compensation Details:

51.71

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:

10/15/2026 - 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

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