Aircraft Mechanic (JEIM): Eglin AFB

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US-FL-Fort Walton Beach Until 9/29/2026 5+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 31, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

Classification Description

Repairs, maintains, and inspects aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment. Removes and installs aircraft components. Conducts functional tests of repaired components and systems. Special certifications may be required. May be required to adjust, align, and rig aircraft systems. May be required to direct and/or performs aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations. Identifies aircraft corrosion for prevention and repair. May be required to perform crash recovery duties. Required to perform assigned tasks within your work center that directly supports necessary functions of this job classification.

Specialty Qualifications

a.           Knowledge. Knowledge of principles applying to aircraft systems, concepts and applications of maintenance directives and data reporting, and using technical data is mandatory. Knowledge of Air Force supply and deficiency reporting procedures 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 high school with courses in mathematics is desirable. Completion of an advanced applicable aircraft maintenance course is mandatory

c.           Experience. Qualification as Aircraft Mechanic is mandatory. A minimum of five years of performing functions, such as repairing and maintaining aircraft equipment or components, is mandatory.

Special Certifications and Qualifications required for position

You must have held an Air Force or Sister Service Equivalent Jet engine AFSC. Preferred experience in JEIM shop for tear down and build-up of F100-PW-100 & 220 engines. Additional experience in F100-PW-229, F110-GE-129E, F110-GE-100 and F110-GE-129 is desired.  Be knowledgeable and able to remove and replace line replaceable units (LRU) and rig if required, ability to become borescope qualified, blade blend certified. Must have working knowledge of the Air Force Maintenance Information Systems (MIS).  SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED.

       

Compensation Details:

41.80

       

Original Posting:

07/30/2026 - 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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About this role

Summary

Perform maintenance and repairs on aircraft, conduct inspections, and ensure safety compliance.

Job title

Aircraft Mechanic (JEIM): Eglin AFB

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Fort Walton Beach, FL; no remote work

Salary

$0k+

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

aircraft maintenanceaircraft systemsair force supply procedurestechnical datahazardous waste handling

Preferred skills

borescope qualifiedblade blend certifiedmis knowledge

Specializations

aircraft systemsaircraft maintenancejet enginef100-pw-100f110-ge-129
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

On-site City