F-16 Aircraft Mechanic III jobs in United States
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AAR · 1 day ago

F-16 Aircraft Mechanic III

AAR is a defense company seeking an F-16 Aircraft Mechanic III. The role involves performing maintenance tasks on F-16 aircraft, including inspections, servicing, and troubleshooting, while ensuring airworthiness and operational readiness.

AerospaceCommercialGovernmentNational Security
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Hiring Manager
Pushpa Iype, SHRM-CP
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Responsibilities

Reads, interprets, and adheres to technical orders, manuals, blueprints, service bulletins, and other related documentation
Perform applicable F-16 related maintenance tasks, including special certification & qualification tasks, e.g., engine runs, servicing or aircraft towing in accordance with applicable F-16 technical orders
Complete scheduled and unscheduled F-16 maintenance, parts ordering, and other aircraft functions
Perform routine duties within the first echelon of aircraft supervision, such as: aircraft servicing, including hydraulics, engine oil, lubrication, fuel, canopy cleaning, wheel/tire replacement, brakes, light bulbs
Troubleshoot and assist with the repair, replacement, and rebuild of aircraft structures and components
Perform flight control and other component rigging and calibration
Service aircraft as prescribed in applicable F-16 Technical Orders
Determine airworthiness of aircraft and associated components
Interact with company Maintenance Operation Center (MOC), the customer, and other program representatives in matters concerning aircraft airworthiness, operational readiness, and aircraft systems troubleshooting
All other duties as assigned

Qualification

F-16 maintenanceBlueprint interpretationAircraft servicingTeam collaboration

Required

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required
Must meet one of the following requirements: A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance; An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance; High School Diploma plus 8 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance
Must have experience with working from blueprint drawings, diagram, specifications, service manuals, sketches, templates, and other incomplete data

Preferred

F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered

Benefits

Competitve salary and bonus package
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off program
Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Company

AAR is an aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company providing aircraft parts, maintenance (MRO), and engineering solutions.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.56B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Equity· $239M
2025-08-11Post Ipo Debt· $150M
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $550M

Leadership Team

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David P. Storch
Chairman and CEO
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John Holmes
Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer
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