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C-12/King Air Or UC-35 Cessna Citation Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P) FT. Belvoir, VA.

Amentum
Fort Belvoir, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jul 2025

About the role

The C-12/ King Air and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation ArmyTransport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P). Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on C-12/ King Air 200/350/1900 and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation aircraft. 

  • Valid (FAA) A&P Certificate is Required.

  • US Citizenship is Required to obtain the required US Govt Secret Security Clearance, and to obtain facility and base access.

  • Is responsible for servicing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying aircraft systems to ensure continued airworthiness. 

  • These tasks are performed on avionics & electrical systems, engines, flight controls and airframe components.

  • Repairs are performed using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brake, welding equipment, rivet gun, and drills.

  • Comply with aircraft records procedures outlined in DA PAM 738-751.

  • Ensure aircraft discrepancies are properly recorded in accordance with approved maintenance procedures and within the terms of the contract.

  • Know and understand the functions and requirements of computerized maintenance software.

  • Perform aircraft recovery missions as necessary.

  • Perform engine run or taxi operations.  Meet requirement to obtain certification within 12 months of employment.

  • Reads and interprets manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.

  • Perform other qualified duties as assigned. 

Minimum Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent is required.

  • Valid FAA A&P Certificate is Required.

  • Union CBA Site, provides 3 levels of A&P experience, based on specific years of experience on the assigned (MDS) Mission Design Series aircraft, C-12/King Air 200/350/1900 and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation.

  • AM-1 Requires - Two (2) Years A&P experience is required, with two (2) or more years of specific King Air, C-12 being preferred. 

  • AM-2 Requires - Five (5) years of C-12/ King Air and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation hands-on A&P aircraft mechanic experience is required. 

  • AM-3 Requires - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of C-12/ King Air 200/350/1900 and/or UC-35 Cessna Citation specific aircraft experience required. 

  • Valid Driver's License is required. 

  • May be required to work and/or rotate for a multiple shift operation. Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned under the Union CBA, 24-hour site operation. Work Schedule consists of Four (4) 10-hour days, 40 hours a week.

  • Mechanic Tools are Not Required: Mechanics may bring their own tools and toolbox, tools must be etched with Mechanic's PID, Toolbox shadowed. Smart Box Toolbox provided on-site.

A&P Mechanic Medical Requirement:

  • Medical/Physical. All personnel performing engine runs, ground taxi, ordnance loading, or operating self-propelled support equipment within Ten (10) feet of the aircraft silhouette must pass a physical examination from a qualified medical professional prior to conducting these operations, and subsequently on a specified periodic basis, not to exceed Five (5) years.

Security Clearance Requirements:

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization. US Citizenship is Required to hold a US Govt Secret Clearance, and facility credentials and authorization to work at this facility.

Physical and Additional Qualifications:

  • Ability to move freely about the interior and in the unpressurized area aft of the aft pressure bulkhead and meet aircraft specific specs for weight limit.

  • Stand, squat, sit, walk, work with arms overhead for extended periods of time.

  • Pull, push, lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Comply with the FAA regulations as applicable.

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