Aircraft Mechanic II Ordnance (F-18)

V2X, Inc.; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability

Wellness programs

Paid time off, including holidays.

Learning and Development resources.

Employee assistance resources.

Job summary

V2X, Inc. seeks a skilled ordnance loading supervisor to support aircraft armament maintenance at VX-31. You will supervise loading and arming of conventional ordnance, ensure safety, and perform tests in O-Level maintenance on assigned aircraft.

Minimum requirements include AO C school, DoD Secret clearance eligibility, ability to lift heavy items, and willingness to travel. Salary listed as $48.63 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience supervising loading and arming ordnance on aircraft.
• Must be AO C school-certified.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service aircraft armament equipment and perform upload/download of ordnance stores/devices.
• Perform system tests/checks in support of the squadron (O-Level maintenance).
• Act as assistant ordnance crew leader and certified QASO to ensure safe, correct operations.

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

Required to maintain and service the aircraft armament equipment, upload, download of ordnance stores/devices and performance of systems tests/checks as required in support of the squadron. These services are to be provided at the O-Level maintenance on assigned aircraft types. Function as assistant ordnance crew leader, certified QASO to ensure all operations are performed safely and correctly in support of RDT&E programs. Candidate is required to become qualified/certified and maintain qualifications and currency on ALL T/M/S aircraft assigned to VX-31. Routine lifting in excess of OSHA standards is required. Routine ordnance loading will require team lifts of ordnance items up to 167 pounds’ load share per team member, in accordance with standard USN procedures.

Qualifications

• Shall have ten (10) years of experience supervising the loading and arming of all types of conventional ordnance on aircraft, three (3) of which must have been within the last 10 years on similar type aircraft and shall have been a T/M load team member.
• Shall be certifiable to adhere to conventional/experimental ordnance aviation ordnance loading.
• Shall be able to meet and sustain all physical requirements.
• Must have completed AO "C" school.
• Shall be able to maintain all required Naval Ordnance management records to meet Navy standards for "O" level ordnance shops.
• Ruotine lifting more than OSHA standards is required.
• Routine ordnance loading will require team lifts of ordnance items up to 167 pounds’ load share per team member, in accordance with standard USN procedures.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security Clearance.
• Must be available to work any shift.
• Travel may be required.

Salary $48.63

Benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays.
• Learning and Development resources.
• Employee assistance resources.
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.