Aircraft Mechanic 3/4

Northrop Grumman • Volkel, NY,US

8d • $60,500 - $119,900 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is hiring Aircraft Mechanics at Level 3 or Level 4 to join teams based at Volkel AB and Leeuwarden Air Base in the Netherlands. The work supports depot-level modifications and/or O-level flight-line support at customer locations. Team members may also be asked by team leads or management to assist in other technical disciplines. The opportunity is contingent on program funding; start dates will be determined after funding confirmation.

The role installs and modifies aircraft structural parts and components, including metallic and composite parts, and repairs structural defects or damage caused by aircraft operations and corrosion. Work requires interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals and structural repair manuals; identifying aircraft locations using station, butt-line and waterline references; and achieving specified fits, contours, edge distances, dimensions and tolerances. The mechanic also verifies the condition and application of installed LO materials, determines repair material and time requirements, performs corrective actions and reinstallations when needed, and sets up and operates material testers and mixers.

The position requires an active Secret clearance or higher, U.S. citizenship, completion of required F-35 training for continued employment, and the ability to meet physical and respirator-clearance requirements. Travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.

Requirements

• Level 3: High school diploma or GED and at least 4 years of airframes/sheet-metal experience.
• Level 4: High school diploma or GED and at least 6 years of airframes/sheet-metal experience.
• At least one year of experience completing on-aircraft corrosion mitigation.
• Air Force 5- or 7-level qualification, U.S. Navy or Marine Corps CDI, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) qualification.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data.
• Active Secret clearance or higher; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to successfully complete and pass required F-35 training for continued employment.
• Ability to meet physical demands, including regularly lifting up to 50 pounds; repetitive movements; overhead work; using hands to grasp, handle, feel, and reach; and frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, crawling, and twisting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport.
• Ability to pass a medical/respiratory evaluation, obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance, and comply with respirator-fitting requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience supporting international customers.
• At least one year completing F-35 TEIR 2 corrosion mitigation.
• DoD intermediate-level sheet-metal, structures, or airframes experience, or commercial/industry equivalent.
• Heavy modification or aircraft reset experience.

Responsibilities

• Install aircraft detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, patches, and fastener-hole bushings and sleeves.
• Modify major structural components, including ribs, stiffeners, longerons, straps, and skins, using shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation.
• Modify composite aircraft parts and assemblies using bonding practices and procedures, and achieve required fit, surface contours, edge distances, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Repair aircraft metallic and composite structural defects and damage resulting from aircraft operations and corrosion.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and structural repair manuals, including symbols, flags, and general notes.
• Identify aircraft locations using station, butt-line, and waterline references in engineering documentation and technical orders.
• Use precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, and standard scales, along with aircraft repair tools such as drills, angle motors, shears, drill presses, and pneumatic riveters.
• Verify the application and condition of installed LO materials for conformity to specifications.
• Determine the materials and time required for repairs; remove materials, take corrective action, and reinstall materials when design or modification changes require it.
• Set up and operate material testers and mixers.
• Contribute as part of a team performing depot-level modifications and/or O-level flight-line support at customer locations.
• Assist in other technical disciplines when requested by team leads or management.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED