Aircraft Avionics Technician I

Lockheed Martin•Lexington, KY

20h•Onsite

About The Position

You will be an Aircraft Avionics Technician I. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Avionics Technician I to join our team. As an Aircraft Avionics Technician I, you will be responsible for: The Avionics Technician I (Level I) provides entry‑level electrical and avionics maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for the SOF GLSS rotary‑wing fleets. The duties of this title will perform many tasks independently. The candidate will commonly assist or work within general instructions from higher rated employees in the environment. The duties will include scheduled and unscheduled modifications, inspections, and ensure all electrical systems meet airworthiness standards to support time‑critical Special Operations missions. This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services (SOF GLSS) contract, the U.S. Special Operations Command’s largest service contract vehicle, providing tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. This position is in Lexington. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. A company‑sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start. Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Requirements

Aircraft Handling Knowledge – Understanding of safe grounding, electrostatic discharge precautions, and aircraft handling procedures relevant to electrical work.
Maintenance Record Keeping – Ability to accurately document all electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in required logs and systems.
Quality Verification – Demonstrated skill in verifying that work meets required standards for reliability, safety, and airworthiness.
Line Maintenance Experience – Capability to support electrical systems during flight‑line operations with routine troubleshooting and minor repairs.
Operational Flexibility – Effective teamwork and independent work habits, with readiness for varying shift structures and travel.
Must possess or be eligible for the required security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Specific Aircraft Electrical Experience Experience with MD‑500 / AH‑MH‑6 or similar small‑helicopter platforms – troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and component replacement.
Familiarity with Larger Helicopter Airframes Knowledge of electrical systems on CH‑MH‑47 and UH‑MH‑60 airframes; ability to support multiple platforms.
Avionics Systems – Calibration of navigation, communication, and flight‑control electronics.
Power Generation & Distribution – Maintenance of generators, batteries, wiring harnesses, circuit protection devices.
Electrical Troubleshooting – Proficient use of diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, avionics test sets).
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license, DoD/USAF avionics or electrical certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred.
Completion of aircraft electrical/avionics maintenance courses (e.g., Rotor‑Wing Electrical Maintenance School).

Responsibilities

electrical and avionics maintenance
troubleshooting
repair for the SOF GLSS rotary‑wing fleets
scheduled and unscheduled modifications
inspections
ensure all electrical systems meet airworthiness standards to support time‑critical Special Operations missions