Acft Mechanic III

Lockheed Martin; Lexington (AL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education Assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Lockheed Martin is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic III for the SOF GLSS team to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications on rotary-wing aircraft to ensure flight safety and mission readiness.

You will work on aircraft such as H-6, H-60, and H-47, interpreting manuals and service bulletins, conducting comprehensive inspections, and supporting mission-critical operations with an emphasis on quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years aviation experience.
• Advanced knowledge in aviation mechanical systems and component troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge in repair procedures and replacement of components.
• Proficient reading of maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, and service bulletins.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications on rotary-wing platforms (H-6, H-60, H-47).
• Perform preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections to ensure readiness and safety.
• Oversee advanced mechanical maintenance and mentor junior technicians as needed.

Skills

Aviation experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Repair procedures

Technical documentation

Blueprints interpretation

Teamwork & independence

Travel readiness

Security clearance eligible

Education

FAA A&P certification or equivalent

Tools

Fuel Integrity Test Set

Precision Measuring Equipment

Engine Tier Check Equipment

Tail Driveshaft Flex Alignment Equipment

Job description

Standard Job Description

You will be an Aircraft Mechanic III for the SOF GLSS team. Our team is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications on aircraft to ensure flight safety and mission readiness. As an Aircraft Mechanic III, you will be responsible for executing a variety of maintenance tasks on rotary-wing platforms supporting Special Operations Forces and other units. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and modifications on H-6, H-60 and H-47's, including landing gear, flight controls and surfaces, anti-icing systems, pneudraulic systems, fuel systems, engines, auxiliary power units, and ventilation/heating systems.
• Repairing, replacing, or rebuilding aircraft components such as drive systems, control systems, engines, and engine parts to maintain aircraft integrity and performance.
• Interpreting and applying information from maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering drawings, and technical data to guide maintenance activities.
• Conducting preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections to ensure aircraft are ready for operation, perform safely during flight, and are properly secured after landing.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years aviation experience.
• Advanced knowledge in aviation mechanical systems and component troubleshooting.
• Advanced knowledge in repair procedures and replacement of components.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft equipment and unique tools as follows (not limited to):
• Fuel Integrity Test Set
• Precision Measuring Equipment (micrometers, dial indicators and alignment fixtures)
• Engine Tier Check Equipment
• Tail Driveshaft Flex Alignment Equipment
• Ability to oversee advanced mechanical maintenance and provide guidance as necessary.
• Ability to mentor junior technicians to ensure compliance with strict airworthiness standards.
• Thorough understanding of technical publication and properly maintaining documentation such as aircraft logs and records.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical orders, and service bulletins.
• Ability to accurately document maintenance activities, including describing the work performed in maintenance records and military documentation systems.
• Experience in working in a fast-paced team environment as well as the ability to work independently, with a focus on meeting schedule-sensitive operational goals in support of military operational units.
• Capability to safely jack, tow, and handle aircraft and large components; physical ability to perform the required labor.
• Effective teamwork and independent work habits, with readiness for varying shift structures and travel.
• Must possess or be eligible for the required security clearance.
• Candidate MUST have the ability to travel as dictated by mission needs and customer support.

Desired Skills

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification or equivalent military/defense maintenance credentials.
• Aircraft Experience: AH/MH-6, UH-MH-60, CH/MH-47, MD-500, AH-64, OH-58, or other Service Rotary Wing assets. Expertise in performing troubleshooting, dimensional checks, repairing, and overhauling components.
• Repairing and modifying structural components and assemblies.
• Working on precision and close tolerance components, which require high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Repairing and modifying functional spare parts and assemblies to ensure they are in good working condition.
• Experience with service engines and airframe components in a flightline support role, making repairs as needed to keep the aircraft in operation condition.
• This role will require occasional or regular travel to support mission needs and customer support.

Pay Information

• $36.46 - $36.46

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.