Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3/4

Northrop Grumman • Whiteman AFB, MO

5d • $50,000 - $99,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring an Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3/4 to support the B-2 modification team at Whiteman AFB, Missouri. The position works in a classified environment, where cell phones and personal electronic devices are prohibited. A government Secret clearance and Program Special access must be obtained and maintained within a reasonable period; an active clearance is preferred, and a clearance request will be submitted for the selected candidate if necessary.

The mechanic assembles and modifies aircraft structures and structural subassemblies, performs part-fitting and precision fabrication operations, and verifies dimensions and quality. The role requires use of personal protective equipment, successful completion of Aircraft Structures training, and the ability to obtain and maintain respirator clearance. Employees must be flexible to work various shifts, overtime, extended hours, weekends, holidays, and on-call support as business needs require. Travel is 10% of the time; relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

• Level 3: High school degree or equivalent and four years of additional education and/or related manufacturing or production experience, or similar.
• Level 4: High school degree or equivalent and six years of additional education and/or related manufacturing or production experience, or similar.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Government Secret clearance and Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.
• Must successfully complete and pass Aircraft Structures training for continued employment.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including various shifts, extended shifts, overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call support as business needs require.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous, repetitive work involving bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small confined spaces.
• Ability to pass a physical/respiratory evaluation and obtain and maintain required respirator clearance and comply with respirator-fitting requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Active Government Secret clearance with an investigation date or periodic review within the last six years.
• Completion of an A&P certificate program or an associate degree in an applicable field.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work with others at all levels of the organization.
• Previous composite, manufacturing, or production experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to meet customer needs.
• Initiative, self-starter attitude, adaptability, and high motivation for excellence.

Responsibilities

• Assemble major structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps, and stabilizers.
• Align parts on jigs using templates and fixtures.
• Perform part-fitting operations including filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
• Measure parts with precision tools, including micrometers and calipers, to verify dimensions.
• Modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate structural changes, as needed.
• Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures, as needed.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment on the shop floor.
• Translate blueprints into structural fabrications, including precision drilling, countersinking, and use of calibrated tools.
• Obtain and maintain qualifications as directed by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Potential overtime pay, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position

What This Job Offers

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