Boeing · 6 hours ago
Flight Operations Mechanic
China Lake, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$35.65/hr - $44.65/hr
3+ years expBoeing is seeking Flight Operations Mechanics to support the Kuwaiti F-18 flight test program. This role involves performing operational checkouts, inspections, and maintenance of aircraft systems, as well as troubleshooting and repairing electrical and mechanical systems.
AerospaceIndustrial
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform operational checkout of aircraft prior to and during preflight
Inspect explosive and armament installations
Maintain aircraft historical records
Perform activities prior to flight status and final inspection and daily maintenance of completed experimental aircraft or major modification to experimental aircraft
Inspect and/or perform bench and flight line operational checkout and inspect, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of electrical and electronic systems
Inspect the calibration, adjustment, troubleshooting, repair and modification of electronic test equipment used exclusively by production and at times may be required to inspect the calibration, adjustment, trouble-shooting, repair and modification of other electronic test equipment as directed
Perform aircraft and/or spacecraft bench or flight line operational checkout, trouble-shooting, adjustment and repair of any electrical or electronic system
Fabricate, adjust, trouble shoot, repair and modify electronic test equipment
Perform operational checkout of hydraulic systems and mechanical systems
Diagnose and correct hydraulic and mechanical malfunctions
Operate engines during run-ups and troubleshoot when needed
Install, repair, and replace tanks, power plants, generators, and aircraft engines
Install or replace reservoirs, etc. and repair leaks in same
Install or replace instruments such as fuel quantity, rate of climb and oil pressure indicators
Perform crash crew duties as directed
Splice, route, clamp, solder, and string tie wires or wire bundles
Repair, install and hook up bomb, missile and rocket racks and pylons
Install and load ejection seats and guns
Install adjust, repair and replace structural parts and assemblies
Fabricate parts such as skins, doors, aircraft frames, air bags, test panels, clips, brackets, angles and ribs without the aid of jigs and fixtures
Modify aircraft components or aircraft support equipment
Perform composite repairs
Qualification
Required
3+ years' experience performing military aircraft maintenance activities
High school graduate or GED. Prefer a minimum of one (1) or more years of related work experience
Preferred
Experience with F/A-18 and/or EA-18G operations and maintenance
Experience in Test Operations and Flight Test Engineering Operations
FAA A/P License
Formal military technical training/certifications
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Boeing
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