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Lockheed Martin · 1 month ago

Aircraft Structural Mechanic III

Lexington, KY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Structural Mechanic (Level III) to join their team. The role involves providing expert level structural maintenance, modification, and repair for various rotary wing fleets while ensuring all work meets airworthiness standards.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

The Level III Aircraft Structural Mechanic provides expert level structural maintenance, modification, and repair for the H 6, H 60, and H 47 rotary wing fleets

This senior level role leads complex unscheduled repairs, oversees large scale depot modifications, and mentors Level II and Level I mechanics

The incumbent ensures all structural work meets or exceeds airworthiness standards while supporting the time critical missions of Special Operations

Qualification

Large Helicopter Structural ExpertiseAdvanced Structural TechniquesLeadership & Workforce DevelopmentEngineering CoordinationSafety & Risk ManagementFAA A&P licenseProject ManagementTechnical Training

Required

Expert level structural maintenance, modification, and repair for the H 6, H 60, and H 47 rotary wing fleets

Lead complex unscheduled repairs and oversee large scale depot modifications

Mentor Level II and Level I mechanics

Ensure all structural work meets or exceeds airworthiness standards

Support the time critical missions of Special Operations

Must be a U.S. citizen

Ability to work onsite full-time

Preferred

Large Helicopter Structural Expertise

Extensive work on CH MH 47, UH MH 60, and MH 6 platforms; ability to transition seamlessly across airframes

Advanced Structural Techniques

Mastery of precision sheet metal fabrication, high strength riveting, TIG/MIG welding, composite lay up, and structural bonding

Proven ability to lead Level II and I mechanics, develop training curricula, and conduct performance assessments

Experience interfacing with design engineers, test engineers, and program managers on modification projects

Ability to develop work packages, schedule resources, and track budgetary constraints for large scale repairs

Strong understanding of OSHA, AFI/AFMAN, and MIL STD safety requirements

FAA A&P license, DoD/USAF Aircraft Structural Certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred

Completion of Rotor Wing Structural Maintenance School (or equivalent) and advanced composite repair courses

Company

Lockheed Martin

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Lockheed Martin is a global security and aerospace company that specializes in advanced technology systems, products, and services. It is a sub-organization of Lockheed Martin.

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