Aircraft Mechanic III (Stuctures/Sheet Metal)

Lockheed Martin•Crestview, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

As a Aircraft Mechanic III, you will be responsible for: The Aircraft Mechanic III is part of the Lockheed Martin modification team at Bob Sikes Airport in Crestview, Florida, and will provide subject matter expertise with installing and modifying structural components of high complexity. The Aircraft Mechanic III will need to have a strong understanding of C-130 aircraft and will be responsible for all structural modification and installation efforts. The Aircraft Mechanic III will provide guidance and expertise to the other mechanical technicians in regard to demod, lay out, drilling, installing, inspecting, sealing, painting, reinstallations, and testing. The candidate will provide leadership and subject matter expert (SME) technical knowledge to the technicians to accomplish all aspects of the aircraft modification. The qualified applicant will coordinate with supervision to resolve any technical problems that may arise during the modification. The applicant must have the experience and ability to perform the following: Read/comprehend complex Mechanical drawings, troubleshoot technical problems and issues, determine technical solution in accordance with company drawings, procedures and specifications. The Aircraft Mechanic III will work closely with Team Leads to ensure aircraft is delivered on time and within budget. Why Join Us This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here: SOF GLSS Further Information About This Opportunity: This position is in Crestview, FL. MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.

Requirements

Minimum Ten (10) years of sheet metal experience performing aircraft modifications.
Minimum Five (5) years of structural modification experience on C-130J platforms.
Strong aptitude to read and interpret complex aircraft mechanical drawings – Blueprints, TCTO’s, Supplemental Work Instructions, Service Bulletins, Installation Drawings, ETC.
Experience with installation and removal of special fasteners and tooling.
Able to perform with demands of precise set limits, tolerances, or standards.
Ability to obtain a secret security clearance and must have an interim secret clearance prior to start so therefore all candidates must be a US Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Heavy modification/integration/repair sheet metal experience to include C-130 aircraft.
Experience as a sheet metal lead preferred.
Experience leading small teams and tracking performance to cost, schedule, and quality.
Ability to work at heights.
Ability to maintain respirator fitness qualification.
Ability to perform confined space entry.
Ability to use critical thinking skills to assist with applying lean methodologies applied to critical tasks.
Experience in completing structural modifications with precise tolerances that require laser alignment inspection.
Ability to assist engineering with supplemental work instruction-development and improvement.
Ability to communicate through Performance Management Teams - deficiencies and areas of improvement.
Ability to foster a culture of safety in every aspect of performance.

Responsibilities

installing and modifying structural components of high complexity
all structural modification and installation efforts
provide guidance and expertise to the other mechanical technicians in regard to demod, lay out, drilling, installing, inspecting, sealing, painting, reinstallations, and testing
provide leadership and subject matter expert (SME) technical knowledge to the technicians to accomplish all aspects of the aircraft modification
coordinate with supervision to resolve any technical problems that may arise during the modification
Read/comprehend complex Mechanical drawings, troubleshoot technical problems and issues, determine technical solution in accordance with company drawings, procedures and specifications
work closely with Team Leads to ensure aircraft is delivered on time and within budget