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Northrop Grumman · 1 day ago

F35 Aircraft Mechanic 3 / Power Line- (Beaufort SC) - R10218480

Beaufort, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$58K/yr - $96K/yr

4+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in aerospace and defense technology, seeking an Aircraft Mechanic 3 - Power Line to support O-Level maintenance on the F-35. The role involves performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing on aircraft systems to ensure safety and operational readiness.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

You will be subject to work first, second, third, or weekend shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager

You must be able to depart on temporary duty assignments— on short notice. The individual will practice good housekeeping and follow safety procedures and ensure both programs are enforced

You will perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft

You will 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 program and service guidance

You will perform and/or assist with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions

You will assist with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel

You will maintain and update aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS

You will keep the production staff updated on aircraft status

You will perform other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager

You will perform required Airframe and Power Plant General (APG) / Airframes tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing organizational-level modifications

You will use your training, knowledge, and experience to obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc.) as locally required

Willing/able to provide temporary support to our other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments

Willing/able to 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

Must have the ability to obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 18 months of position start date

Must have the ability to acquire and maintain a flightline driver’s competency card

Configuring aircraft for modifications, removal, and installation of attaching hardware, component removal and installations, assistance with software uploads, various system operational checkouts, and egress system maintenance

Fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition after accomplishment of modifications and maintenance. Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals

Qualification

F-35 aircraft maintenanceFault isolationTroubleshootingAirframePower Plant CertificationTechnical data interpretationComputerized Maintenance Management SystemTeam training assistanceCommunication skills

Required

Must have a High School diploma or GED and 4 years additional education and/or experience with mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience

Must have the ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings

Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company

Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting item weighing up to 50 pounds, and working overhead

Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment

Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical prior to start

Must have the ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements

Must have the ability to obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 18 months of position start date

Must have the ability to acquire and maintain a flightline driver's competency card

Preferred

US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, Air Force 5 or 7 Level, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) Certification

Six or more years F-22 or F-35 Power Line and/or Crew Chief Experience

U. S. Navy or U. S. Marine Corps experience with thorough understanding of F-35 Fighter Aircraft Systems and operations under COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 and 4790.35

F-135 Power plant engine run certification, F-35 avionics systems, fighter aircraft crew escape systems (i.e., canopy and ejection seat), experience in structural repairs and low observable system maintenance are highly desirable

Demonstrated communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry