Aircraft Mechanic 4 LO/Structures (Europe) - R10193788

Northrop Grumman; Colorado; On-site; USD 69,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering organization where you can push the boundaries of what's possible! This exciting opportunity involves working on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally. As an Aircraft Mechanic, you'll be part of a dynamic team, ensuring the integrity of aircraft structures while utilizing cutting-edge technology. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you'll help shape the future of defense systems. If you're ready to take on challenges and make a difference, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Savings Plans

Paid Holidays

PTO

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 6+ years of airframes/sheet metal experience required.
• Active Secret Clearance or higher required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data.

Responsibilities

• Install and modify aircraft structural components.
• Repair metallic and composite structural defects.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments for repairs.

Skills

Airframes/Sheet Metal Experience

Technical Data Interpretation

Precision Measuring Instruments

Repairing Aircraft Structural Defects

Flexible Work Schedule Support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drills

Angle Motors

Pneumatic Riveter

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

Clearance Type: Secret

Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 4 (LO/Structures) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This is an OCONUS (Europe) position in support of the F-35 Lightning II Program!

Job Description

Your duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Installing detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, and patches. Modifying major structural components such as ribs, stiffeners, longerons, straps, and skins using shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation as required.
• Modifying composite aircraft parts and assemblies while exercising a complete knowledge of bonding practices, procedures, layouts, and understanding how to locate parts and material for exacting fit where critical surface contours, edge distances, or coordinated dimensions and tolerances to 0.005” must be established and maintained.
• Repairing aircraft metallic and composite structural defects/damages secondary to aircraft operations and corrosion. Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, manuals, and structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and notes.
• Utilizing precision measuring instruments, micrometers, calipers, and standard scales. Extensive and recent experience with tools like drills, angle motors, shears, drill press, and pneumatic riveter. Familiarity with materials such as aluminum, steel, titanium, plastic, and advanced composites.
• Verifying application/condition of installed LO materials for conformity to specifications and determining material and time required for repairs. Removing, correcting, and reinstalling as needed. Setting up and operating material testers and mixers.
• Performing as part of a team responsible for depot level modifications and/or O-level flight line support at customer locations. Assisting in other technical disciplines as requested.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with a minimum of 6 years of airframes/sheet metal experience.
• Air Force 5 or 7 Level, US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P).
• Ability to read and interpret technical data.
• Active Secret Clearance or higher (US Citizenship required).
• Ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and program access(es) within a reasonable time.
• Ability to support flexible work schedules, including extended shifts, holidays, weekends, and on-call status 24/7.
• Physical ability to perform strenuous work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working overhead.
• Ability to access small, confined spaces and work in enclosed environments.
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluations for respirator clearance.
• Must pass a New Hire Physical including a 5-year flightline physical, audiogram, and color vision testing prior to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

• DoD Intermediate level sheet metal/structures/airframes experience, or equivalent industry experience.
• F-35 structural repair/corrosion and Low Observables (LO) experience.

Salary Range: $69,800.00 - $116,400.00

The above salary range is a general guideline; actual offers depend on multiple factors including experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differentials, and bonuses. Northrop Grumman offers benefits such as health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, paid holidays, and PTO. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance.