Apply on Employer Site

Lockheed Martin · 18 hours ago

Aircraft Structural Mechanic I

Lexington, KY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Lockheed Martin is a leading aerospace and defense company, and they are seeking an Aircraft Structural Mechanic for their SOF GLSS team. The role involves modifying, repairing, and maintaining the structural configurations of rotary-wing aircraft to support Special Operations Forces.

AerospaceCyber SecurityMachinery ManufacturingMilitaryNational SecurityRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performing structural modifications using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques

Conducting damage assessments, corrosion removal, treatment, and preventative maintenance to extend airframe life

Fabricating, installing, and replacing sheet‑metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural parts per engineering drawings

Executing detailed structural inspections during phase, isochronal, and periodic maintenance programs

Interpreting engineering drawings, repair manuals, and service bulletins while accurately documenting work in maintenance logs

Qualification

FAA A&P licenseDoD/USAF aircraft structural certificationSheet-metal fabricationComposite repairsSmall Helicopter StructuresLarger Helicopter AirframesTechnical TrainingHigh-precision workRivetingWeldingInterpret engineering drawings

Required

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access

The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start

Performing structural modifications using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques

Conducting damage assessments, corrosion removal, treatment, and preventative maintenance to extend airframe life

Fabricating, installing, and replacing sheet‑metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural parts per engineering drawings

Executing detailed structural inspections during phase, isochronal, and periodic maintenance programs

Interpreting engineering drawings, repair manuals, and service bulletins while accurately documenting work in maintenance logs

Preferred

Experience with Small Helicopter Structures

Prior structural work on MD‑500, AH/MH‑6, or comparable small‑helicopter airframes (inspections, repairs, modifications)

Familiarity with Larger Helicopter Airframes

Knowledge or experience with CH/MH‑47 and UH/MH‑60 structural components; ability to transition between H‑6, H‑60, and H‑47 platforms as operational needs dictate

Specialized Structural Skills

Sheet‑metal fabrication, riveting, and welding

Composite repairs (bonding, lay‑up, patching)

High‑precision work with tight tolerances

Capability to fabricate/repair structural spare parts and assemblies

FAA A&P license, DoD/USAF aircraft structural certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred

Completion of aircraft structural maintenance courses (e.g., Rotor‑Wing Structural Maintenance School)

Company

Lockheed Martin

Glassdoor4.1

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.

Founded in 1912