Aircraft Structural Mechanic II

Lockheed Martin Corporation • Lexington, KY

54d • Onsite

About The Position

You will be an Aircraft Structural Mechanic. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Structural Mechanic to join our team.

What You Will Be Doing

The Level II Aircraft Structural Mechanic provides advanced structural maintenance, modification, and repair for the H‑6, H‑60, and H‑47 rotary‑wing fleets. This role executes complex unscheduled repairs, leads Level I mechanics on high‑priority tasks, and ensures all structural work meets or exceeds airworthiness standards to support time‑sensitive Special Operations missions.
Perform high‑complexity modifications to frames, beams, fuselage, wings, tail assemblies, landing‑gear attachments, doors, and hatches using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.
Lead inspections for structural damage, corrosion, cracks, and other defects; execute removal, treatment, and preventative programs; provide technical guidance to junior mechanics.
Fabricate, install, and replace sheet‑metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural components per engineering drawings and service bulletins.
Conduct and certify phase, isochronal, and periodic inspections; identify early‑life‑limit concerns and recommend corrective actions.
Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, structural repair schemes, and service bulletins; ensure accurate entry of work in maintenance logs, modification/production instructions, and military documentation systems.
Lead rigging tasks to verify proper alignment of airframe assemblies and control surfaces after repairs or modifications.
Perform final QA checks, verify compliance with airworthiness standards, and release aircraft for flight.
Provide structural repairs in both flight‑line and depot environments; coordinate with depot shops for major repairs and back‑shop support.
Train, mentor, and supervise Level I Aircraft Structural Mechanics; allocate work, review technical data, and ensure safety compliance.
Adapt to shift variations, travel, and deployment requirements; support multiple aircraft types as mission needs dictate.

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 Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

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

• Aircraft Handling Knowledge - Proficient in safe jacking, towing, and positioning of H‑6/H‑60/H‑47 helicopters for structural work.
• Maintenance Documentation - Ability to independently navigate, record, and validate structural repairs and inspections in all required logs and systems.
• Quality Assurance - Proven experience verifying completed work against airworthiness and safety standards.
• Depot Maintenance Experience - Competent performing structural repairs in both flight‑line and depot‑level settings.
• Operational Flexibility - Effective in team and independent environments; adaptable to shift changes, travel, or deployment.
• 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.
• This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with CH‑MH‑47 and UH‑MH‑60 airframes; and AH / MH6. Ability to transition between H‑6, H‑60, and H‑47.
• Sheet‑metal fabrication, precision riveting, and welding.
• Composite repairs (lay‑up, bonding, patching).
• High‑precision work with tight tolerances.
• Experience supervising junior mechanics, conducting training, and reviewing work products.
• FAA A&P license, DoD aircraft structural certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred.
• Completion of Rotor‑Wing Structural Maintenance School or equivalent advanced courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced structural maintenance, modification, and repair for the H‑6, H‑60, and H‑47 rotary‑wing fleets.
• Execute complex unscheduled repairs, leads Level I mechanics on high‑priority tasks
• Ensure all structural work meets or exceeds airworthiness standards to support time‑sensitive Special Operations missions.
• Perform high‑complexity modifications to frames, beams, fuselage, wings, tail assemblies, landing‑gear attachments, doors, and hatches using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.
• Lead inspections for structural damage, corrosion, cracks, and other defects; execute removal, treatment, and preventative programs; provide technical guidance to junior mechanics.
• Fabricate, install, and replace sheet‑metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural components per engineering drawings and service bulletins.
• Conduct and certify phase, isochronal, and periodic inspections; identify early‑life‑limit concerns and recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, structural repair schemes, and service bulletins; ensure accurate entry of work in maintenance logs, modification/production instructions, and military documentation systems.
• Lead rigging tasks to verify proper alignment of airframe assemblies and control surfaces after repairs or modifications.
• Perform final QA checks, verify compliance with airworthiness standards, and release aircraft for flight.
• Provide structural repairs in both flight‑line and depot environments; coordinate with depot shops for major repairs and back‑shop support.
• Train, mentor, and supervise Level I Aircraft Structural Mechanics; allocate work, review technical data, and ensure safety compliance.
• Adapt to shift variations, travel, and deployment requirements; support multiple aircraft types as mission needs dictate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees