F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 (Structures - Lemoore CA)

Northrop Grumman

69d • $61,700 - $102,800

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 or 4 (Structures) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the F-35 O-Level maintenance organization. This role is located at NAS Lemoore, CA.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and 4 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/avionics and/or crew chief experience for Aircraft Mechanic 3.
• High School diploma or GED and 6 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/avionics and/or crew chief experience for Aircraft Mechanic 4.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work including bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance.
• Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical that includes a 5-year flightline physical, audiogram, and color vision testing prior to start.

Nice To Haves

• US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, Air Force 5 or 7 Level, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) Certification.
• 6-8 or more years F-22 or F-35 Airframes and/or Crew Chief Experience.
• U.S. Navy or U.S. Marine Corps experience with thorough understanding of F-35 Fighter Aircraft Systems.
• Heavy mods or aircraft depot experience.
• Experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry.
• Experienced user of Microsoft Office software.
• Understanding of Nose-to-tail maintenance concept.

Responsibilities

• Perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft.
• Configure aircraft for modifications, removal and installation of attaching hardware, component removal and installations, assistance with software uploads, and various system operational checkouts.
• Ensure aircraft are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with JTD and all applicable programs and service guidance.
• Assist with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Maintain and update aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS.
• Keep the production staff updated on aircraft status.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.
• Perform required Nose-to-Tail maintenance as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing organizational-level modifications.
• Use training, knowledge, and experience to obtain special certifications as locally required.
• Obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 6-18 months of position start date depending on prior experience.
• Obtain and maintain Confined Space and Ground Support Equipment Qualifications in support of F-35 Maintenance.
• Read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings.
• Fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition subsequent to accomplishment of modifications and maintenance.
• Interpret and use various test equipment and work from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.
• Align parts on jigs using templates and fixtures.
• Perform minor part-fitting operations as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
• Measure parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
• Modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure.
• Monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical processes or other control procedures.
• Perform maintenance, dis-assembly, re-work, repair, replacement, re-assembly or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and regulations.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and service aircraft systems and conduct diagnosis of malfunctions.
• Install detailed parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, and patches.
• Modify major structural components such as ribs, stiffeners, longerons, straps and skins using shop aids to facilitate assembly and installations as required.
• Modify composite aircraft parts and assemblies while exercising a complete knowledge of bonding practices, procedures, layouts.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes.
• Identify aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments, micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and standard scales.
• Practice good housekeeping and follow safety procedures.
• Be able to depart on temporary duty assignments on short notice and provide temporary support to other CLS locations.
• Work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year.
• Able to work on 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Weekend Shift.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

What This Job Offers

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