Aircraft Worker (Fuels): Eglin AFB

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US-FL-Fort Walton Beach Until 9/13/2026 3+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 15, 2026 Last posted July 15, 2026
Job description

Classification Description

Repairs, maintains, and inspects aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment under the technical direction of an Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Mechanic (Senior) or Lead. 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 perform aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing operations. Inspects and 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 the 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 a basic applicable aircraft maintenance course is mandatory.

c. Experience. Qualification as Aircraft Worker is mandatory. A minimum of three years of performing functions, such as installing, inspecting, repairing or overhauling aircraft structures, systems, and components, is mandatory.

Special Certifications and Qualifications required for position

Must have held a 2A6X4 (Fuels) Air Force Specialty Code or civilian/sister service equivalent. Must have a minimum a minimum four (4) years documented experience, preferably within the last ten (10) years, on F-15s and/or F-16s. Must be able to obtain and retain a flight line drivers license. SECRET CLEARANCE REQUIRED.

       

Compensation Details:

38.10

       

Original Posting:

07/14/2026 - 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

Maintain, inspect, and repair aircraft structures, systems, and components, primarily on F-15s and F-16s.

Job title

Aircraft Worker (Fuels)

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

defense

Location requirements

On-site in Fort Walton Beach, FL, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$4k+

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

aircraft systemsmaintenance directivessupply procedureshazardous waste handlingtechnical data

Preferred skills

aircraft maintenance courseflight line drivers licensesecret clearance

Specializations

aircraft systemsmaintenance directivesfuel systemsinspectionair force supply procedures
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

On-site City