Aircraft Mechanic I - Electrician

System Studies and Simulation, Inc.•Fort Worth, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Global Logistics Support Services, Incorporated (GLSS), an S³ Inc. company, is hiring an Aircraft Mechanic I - Electrician at NAS JRB in Fort Worth, Texas. The position performs moderate-difficulty aircraft maintenance and repair across mechanical, electrical, avionics, powertrain, and related systems to support assigned missions. The mechanic applies technical knowledge and documentation to diagnose malfunctions, restore equipment, and maintain aircraft structures and components. The role may include aircraft-log entries, maintenance engineering and cost-estimate input, and occasional team leadership on complex aircraft tasks. The position receives technical guidance from a supervisor or higher-level technician.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least two years of experience maintaining fighter jet aircraft at the organizational, intermediate, or depot level.
Active, current DOW Secret Clearance.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft mechanical-component troubleshooting, repair procedures, and parts replacement.
Broad knowledge of aircraft sheet-metal and structural modifications and repair.
Basic knowledge of electrical theory.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft-specific tools and test equipment, including torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, sheet-metal brakes, and shears.
Working knowledge of technical publications.
Ability to prioritize workload and, when required, lead teams through complex aircraft-related tasks.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an F-18E/F Military Service Aircraft Maintenance Program.
At least two years of experience maintaining F-18E/F aircraft.
Specialization in sheet metal, electrical work, avionics, or another aircraft-systems discipline.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and modify aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty.
Maintain and repair aircraft components, including flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components.
Use technical knowledge of airframe and powerplant systems to determine equipment malfunctions.
Restore equipment condition and operation.
Interpret technical documentation, including blueprints and manufacturer manuals, to solve moderate to complex problems.
Troubleshoot aircraft mechanical components and perform repairs and parts replacement.
Provide input to Maintenance Engineering Changes (MEC) and Estimated Cost of Damage (ECOD) preparation, and assist in recommending changes to MWO.
Prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
Occasionally lead teams through complex aircraft-related tasks.
Make entries in aircraft logs and records when required.