CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 2/3

Aircraft Mechanic 2/3

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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector, F-35 Sustainment HPSI Operating Unit, has an opening for a Aircraft Mechanic 2/3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. Your mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on F-35 at MCAS Yuma, AZ.

Your duties and responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Performs maintenance, repair, launch, and recovery activities on F-35 aircraft. Ensures 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
• Performs and/or assists with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions.
• Assists with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Maintains and updates aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS. Keeps the production staff updated on aircraft status.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.
• Performs required Airframe and Powerplant General (APG) tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing heavy/depot level modifications.
• Maintenance tasks include 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.
• Technical requirements also include 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.
• Applicant will be required to obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc.) as locally required.
• The individual must be able to work first or second shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.
• Individual 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.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 2 Years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/powerplants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience.
• High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 Years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/powerplants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings.
• A current Secret Clearance (or higher) or inactive clearance with last investigation completed within the last 5 yrs with the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance
• Must be willing to provide temporary support to our other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments.
• Must be willing to work any 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.
• Able to meet the physical demands of this position, including regularly required to lift up to 35 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, and reach. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist.
• Must be able to obtain and keep a flightline driver's competency card.
• Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical prior to start
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements.
• Must be able to obtain Ground Support Equipment Qualifications in support of F-35 Maintenance and Flight Operations.
• Must be able to obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 6 months of position start date.

Preferred/Qualifications:

• 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-35 Collateral Duty Inspector Designation USMC / USN or level 5 or 7-skill level USAF AFSC.
• F-135 Powerplant 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.
• Experience with launch and recovery, standard component removal and replacement, understanding of propulsion systems, understanding of structure maintenance to include knowledge of low observable maintenance processes and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry.

Primary Level Salary Range: $45,800.00 - $76,400.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $54,500.00 - $90,800.00 The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.