Aircraft Structural and Corrosion Control Technician - F-16 Contract Logistics Support (CLS) – [...]

V2X Inc; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading defense and space manufacturing company as an Aircraft Structural and Corrosion Control Technician. You will be responsible for supporting the F-16 Contract Logistics Support in Iraq, ensuring fleet health through training and technical operations. The role requires significant experience in aircraft maintenance and corrosion control, with a focus on improving operational standards.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• U.S. Citizen, eligible for Secret clearance.
• Experience with international travel preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train and assist Iraqi Air Force personnel in structural repair.
• Inspect and repair aircraft components for safety.
• Apply corrosion control treatments and paint aircraft.

Skills

Structural repair

Corrosion control

Metal forming techniques

Education

USAF 7-skill level (Craftsman) or civilian equivalent

A&P certification

Tools

Structural repair tools

Metal forming equipment

Corrosion control chemicals

Job description

Aircraft Structural and Corrosion Control Technician - F-16 Contract Logistics Support (CLS) – Foreign Military Sales (IRAQ)

Join V2X Inc as an Aircraft Structural and Corrosion Control Technician supporting F-16 CLS and Foreign Military Sales in IRAQ.

Responsibilities

• 20% - Train, advise, assist, and integrate Iraqi Air Force (IqAF) structural repair and corrosion control operations to improve fleet health and availability.
• 20% - Inspect aircraft and components for damage; repair or replace parts to meet safety and operational standards.
• 15% - Apply corrosion control treatments; paint aircraft, missiles, and equipment; prepare fiberglass, primers, and paints.
• 10% - Use powered and hand tools; fabricate structural parts using metal forming techniques.
• 10% - Train IqAF personnel on technical publications, schematics, and specifications.
• 10% - Recommend process improvements to enhance productivity and repair turnaround times.
• 15% - Maintain documentation, collaborate with teams, and perform other duties as assigned by Site Management.

Additional Information

Key Responsibilities are reiterated above for clarity.

Materials & Equipment Used: Structural repair tools, metal forming equipment, corrosion control chemicals, fiberglass, primers, paints, technical manuals.

Work Environment: Deployed flight line and hangar settings; exposure to chemicals, noise, and weather; training, advising, assisting, and integrating IqAF personnel.

Physical Activities: Climbing, bending, lifting, using tools, wearing protective gear, extended standing, mobility.

Qualifications

• Education: USAF 7-skill level (Craftsman) or civilian equivalent; A&P certification preferred.
• Experience: 8-10 years in relevant field.
• Certifications: A&P preferred.
• Other: U.S. Citizen, eligible for Secret clearance, international travel, and experience preferred.

Note: Contingent upon contract award.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Defense and Space Manufacturing