Aircraft Low-Observable Mechanic - Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Missouri; On-site; USD 55,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Low Observables Mechanic 3/4 at Whiteman AFB, MO. The role requires a government Secret clearance and involves working in a classified environment with various shifts.

Expect duties including surface preparation, coating, sealant application, testing, and conformity verification. Requirements include High School Diploma or equivalent with related experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and willingness to work extended

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required for Level 3/4 with relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and manuals.
• Experience in manufacturing/production or related field is needed.
• Must obtain and maintain security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft low observable outer mold line structures and materials.
• Prepare surfaces for coating, masking, sanding, and porosity testing as needed.
• Apply sealants, fillers, paints, and coatings per specifications.
• Verify material application and conformity to drawings; troubleshoot as required.
• Set up and operate testing equipment; perform repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Reading engineering drawings

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

High School Degree

Tools

Test equipment

Maintenance manuals

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Low Observables Mechanic 3/4 at Whiteman AFB, MO. The role requires a government Secret clearance and involves working in a classified environment with various shifts.

Expect duties including surface preparation, coating, sealant application, testing, and conformity verification. Requirements include High School Diploma or equivalent with related experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and willingness to work extended