Aircraft Mechanic, F-35 - Level 3

Lockheed Martin•Fort Smith, AR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an F-35 Aircraft Mechanic on the Aircraft Maintenance Team, located in Fort Smith, AR. The primary responsibility is to ensure the F-35 fleet remains flight-ready and safe, delivering nose-to-tail maintenance, launch and recovery support, and technical training to maintain mission capability. Lockheed Martin is committed to supporting employee work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options and a comprehensive benefits package. The company fosters a culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality, providing resources and flexibility for inspiration and focus. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail-oriented professional with extensive hands-on experience maintaining advanced tactical aircraft, who thrives in fast-paced environments, adapts to shifting schedules, and is committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This role offers a direct impact on mission readiness and a platform to grow technical expertise on one of the world’s most sophisticated aircraft. Lockheed Martin emphasizes empowering employees through diverse career opportunities, flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

Requirements

Requires minimum of 2 years hands-on working experience USAF, Navy, United States Marine Corps, or equivalent Aircraft maintenance or A&P certification.
Knowledge of Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Quality, and Security programs.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be able to obtain and keep a secret clearance and must have at least an interim secret clearance to start.
Ability to travel, to include short notice and overseas.
The position will require working first (1st), second (2nd), or third (3rd) shift(s).
May include certain military required health screenings and immunizations.
Position may also require extended work hours.
Valid Drivers License required.
Candidate must be able to acquire and keep a flight line driver's competency card.

Nice To Haves

F-35 or 5th Generation Fighter Experience.
Experience with the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS).
Ejection seat tear-down/build up experience.
Joint Technical Data navigation (JTD) Portable Maintenance Aid (PMA)/Maintenance Vehicle Interface (MVI).
Anomaly Fault Resolution System (AFRS).
Fuel systems experience.
Low Observable (LO) repair and maintenance experience.
Fiber Optic repair and maintenance experience.
Avionics troubleshooting and repair experience.
Ordnance experience.
Experience performing in a role of task trainer.
Valid US Passport.

Responsibilities

Conduct launch and recovery operations and full‑spectrum maintenance to keep the F‑35 fleet operationally ready.
Perform inspections, servicing, and repairs of aircraft systems in strict compliance with directives.
Execute field‑level modifications and manage Time Compliance Technical Data (TCTD) maintenance requirements.
Provide on‑the‑job training to new team members, contractors, and international partners.
Maintain accurate aircraft records in ALIS and communicate status to the production team.
Uphold stringent housekeeping and safety standards, contributing to a safe and efficient working environment.