Aircraft Structural Mechanic 1

All Aviation Jobs; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking an Aircraft Structural Mechanic 1 to join the SOF GLSS team, delivering structural maintenance and repairs on rotary-wing platforms for Special Operations Forces. You will perform structural modifications, damage assessments, and repairs on flight-line and depot aircraft, interpreting engineering drawings and documenting work in maintenance logs.

A&P certification or equivalent is required, with eligibility for a security clearance and

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret technical orders, service bulletins, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Accurately record repairs, inspections, modifications in maintenance logs and documents.
• Able to execute structural repairs at flight-line and depot levels.
• Capable to safely jack, tow, and handle aircraft and large components.
• Effective teamwork and independent work habits; travel readiness.
• Must possess or be eligible for a security clearance.
• Willingness to travel as mission dictates.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural modifications using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.
• Conduct damage assessments, corrosion removal, treatment, and preventive maintenance to extend airframe life.
• Fabricate, install, and replace sheet-metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural parts per drawings.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, and service bulletins and document work in logs.
• Execute structural repairs at flight-line and depot levels.

Skills

Read & interpret technical orders

Record repairs in logs

Travel readiness

Security clearance eligible

Teamwork and independent work

Safe aircraft handling

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification

Job description

Description

You will be the Aircraft Structural Mechanic for the SOF GLSS team. Our team is responsible for delivering high‑impact structural maintenance and repair services that sustain critical rotary‑wing platforms for Special Operations Forces.

What You Will Be Doing

As the Aircraft Structural Mechanic 1, you will be responsible for performing structural modifications, damage assessments, and repairs on both flight‑line and depot aircraft.

Your Responsibilities Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Perform structural modifications using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.
• Conduct damage assessments, corrosion removal, treatment, and preventative maintenance to extend airframe life.
• Fabricate, install, and replace sheet‑metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural parts per engineering drawings.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, and service bulletins while accurately documenting work in maintenance logs.
• Execute structural repairs at both flight‑line and depot levels.

Why Join Us

This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here: SOF GLSS

Further Information About This Opportunity

This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

Basic Qualifications

What You Bring

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical orders, service bulletins, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Ability to accurately record repairs, inspections, and modifications in maintenance logs, modification and production instructions, and military documentation systems.
• Ability to execute structural repairs at both flight‑line and depot levels.
• 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

Nice to Have Skills

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification or equivalent military/defense maintenance credentials.
• Aircraft Experience: CH/MH-47, UH/MH-60, MD-500 / AH/MH-6, AH-64, OH-58D, or other Service Rotary Wing assets. Expertise in performing troubleshooting, dimensional checks, repairing, and overhauling components.
• Experience with sheet‑metal fabrication, riveting, and welding.
• Experience with composite repairs (bonding, layup, patching).
• Experience with High‑precision work with tight tolerances.
• Ability to fabricate/repair structural spare parts and assemblies.
• This role will require occasional or regular travel to support mission needs and customer support.

Security Clearance Statement

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level

Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Express interest in this job and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position

4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer

Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level

Hourly/Non-Exempt

Business Unit

MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)

Relocation Available

No

Career Area

Manufacturing

Type

Task Order/IDIQ

Shift

First