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C-26 Metroliner/Merlin ArmyTransport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P) Little Rock, AR.

Amentum
North Little Rock, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Aug 2025

About the role

The C-26 Metroliner/Merlin Army Transport Aircraft Mechanic (FAA A&P) Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance on C-26 aircraft. 

(Level of Mechanic is based on years of specific C-26 hands-on A&P mechanic experience).

  • A valid (FAA) A&P certificate is Required.

  • Army C-26 Metroliner/ Merlin hands-on A&P mechanic experience is required.

  • Union CBA offers three (3) levels of experience for Hire - (AM-1, AM-2, AM-3); the level of experience for hire will be determined by the years of specific hands-on the assigned aircraft, C-26 Metroliner/Merlin.

  • US Citizenship is Required to obtain a US Gov Secret Security Clearance, and for facility and base access.

  • 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.

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 employment, this is based on the specific years of hands-on experience on the MDS (Mission Design Series) aircraft assigned, C-26 Metroliner/Merlin.

  • AM-1 Requires - Two (2) Years A&P experience Required, with two (2) or more years of specific C-26 hands-on maintenance experience strongly preferred. 

  • AM-2 Requires - Five (5) years of FAA A&P aircraft mechanic experience Required, with Five (5) years of hands-on C-26 experience.

  • AM-3 Requires - Ten (10) years of A&P mechanic experience, and Thirteen (13) years of specific C-26 hands-on experience Required. 

  • A valid Driver's License is required. 

  • Must be willing and able to work any shift assigned under the Union CBA; this site is currently working a standard dayshift, M-F 40 hours a week.

  • Mechanic Tools are Required; Mechanics must provide their own tools and toolbox. Toolbox must be shadowed, with each tool etched with Mechanic PID, (recruiter can provide tool data).

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.

A&P Mechanic Medical Requirements:

  • Pre-employment (FAA) A&P 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.

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.

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