Lead Age Mechanic

Lead AGE Mechanic

The Lead AGE Mechanic supervises, trains AGE technicians and performs inspections, maintenance and servicing and storage of assigned AGE. Maintains and inspects hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical and fuel systems to include turbine, diesel and gasoline engine driven AGE. Responsible for the day-to‑day AGE shop operations and communicates with the AGE Superintendent to assure work priorities are met. Accomplishes work in accordance with USAF/Amentum technical data. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS).

Principal Accountabilities

• Primary supervisor to train AGE technicians and perform periodic inspection, maintenance and repair actions on assigned AGE assets.
• Stocks, maintains and requisitions parts, tools and supplies to perform required work on assets.
• Prepares AGE/FLSE and other equipment for exercises or actual deployments.
• Responds to enquiries concerning storage and status of assigned equipment.
• Utilizes testing of diagnostic equipment while troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical, fuel and pneumatics systems and components for serviceability.
• Prepares and completes documentation including work orders, US Air Force Supply and Amentum forms, updates historical data and coordinates actions required with work orders.
• Directs maintenance by maintenance action sheets, US Air Force technical orders and Amentum directives.
• Orients new personnel to work crews, plans work assignments and establishes work methods.
• Conducts on‑the‑job training for AGE technicians on assigned AGE/FLSE, safety, safety data sheets, security awareness and other subjects. Prepares and updates training records.
• Prepares and inspects assets and equipment for shipment by air, sea and surface transportation.
• Performs servicing and maintenance of in‑use assets and returns equipment to mission‑capable.
• Prepares and submits quality/material deficiency reports and technical order changes as required.
• Operates material handling equipment as required.
• Inspects hazardous materials within the assigned work center and coordinates the appropriate office for the disposal of HAZMAT when required.
• Ensures all tools, personnel protective equipment, facilities and clothing issued remain safe, secure and serviceable, reporting any deficiencies.
• Ensures that work area is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Works in normal office and maintenance shop or warehouse environment and may be required to work outdoors for extended periods.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to understand, speak, read and write English at an intermediate level.
• Must be able to comprehend technical data and able to relay information to subordinates.
• Must possess a valid home country driver's license and ability to obtain host nation driver's license.
• Will be required to operate material handling equipment.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess a depth of knowledge of associated health and risk hazards and the established precautions.
• At least five years practical military or civilian experience in ground support equipment operation and maintenance required.
• Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) according to prescribed procedures and as required for task being performed.
• Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting/pushing/pulling minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Training in mechanical and electrical maintenance functions preferred.