Inspector 1

Essential Functions

Conducts inspections of aircraft and equipment.  Conducts personnel evaluations and task certifications.  Conducts work center management evaluations.  Briefs/debriefs FCF mission pilots.  Provides a high degree of expertise in all quality control programs.  Coordinates activities with the QESH Manager.  Performs scheduled and unscheduled inspections to determine the condition of assigned equipment and proficiency of maintenance personnel as outlined in the Quality Control Plan.  Participates in other Quality Control programs in accordance with the Quality Control Plan.  Provides technical advice and assistance to maintenance personnel and the work force.  Manages and performs the duties required by the helicopter weight and balance program.

Through objective sampling, observations, and analysis of findings, determines the overall condition of the maintenance effort.  Utilizes IMDS and other Windows based programs to accomplish assigned duties.  Identifies potential problem areas and suggests solutions.  Investigates identified problem areas as directed by Management. 

May perform classroom training on forms documentation, training programs products, and other training related to the maintenance effort as required.  Practices good housekeeping, tool control, FOD awareness/prevention, and safety at all times.  May be selected to perform special certifications including Red X inspections.  Shall assist other personnel and work centers as directed.

Applies technical expertise and guidance to solve complex problems by interpreting technical data such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals.  Work typically requires a thoroughly comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems.  A detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required.

Must possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule.  Required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower level technicians throughout all aircraft medications and/or maintenance efforts.

Shall perform other duties assigned to include TDY and travel. 

Working conditions

Moves about both inside aircraft hangar and outside on aircraft ramp within close proximity of running equipment and aircraft.

Minimum qualifications

Must be able to read, write, and understand English

Appropriate formal technical schools

Weight and Balance qualified

Recent Quality Control experience

In-depth knowledge of the AF technical order system and work center management functions

Minimum of 4 years recent aircraft maintenance experience as an aircraft mechanic with 1 year in the last 3 years on H-1 or H-60 aircraft

Must be proficient in the use of IMDS and other computer programs.

Current drivers’ license

Obtain/maintain security clearance required by position

Obtain/maintain a Restricted Area Badge

Obtain/maintain Red X/IPI certification

Required lifting up to 50 lbs.

Compensation Details:

50.05

Original Posting:

10/27/2026 - 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.

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