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Lockheed Martin in Palmdale, CA is seeking an experienced Flight Electrical and Instruments Mechanic to complete final operational checkouts of prototype electronic and software systems installed in aircraft. You will calibrate, troubleshoot, replace defective units, and verify full system functionality ahead of flight.
Candidates must have at least four years in avionic systems (radar, navigation, satellite, electronic systems) and hold or obtain the FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License
Makes the final operational checkout for conformance to Company and customer specifications, of entire prototype or new electronic and software systems after initial installation in aircraft, where it is required to exercise a complete knowledge of applicable electronic theory, plus a knowledge of aircraft functional systems; makes adjustments, calibrates, trouble shoots, reworks or replaces defective units, and makes successive operational checkouts of such electronic and software systems (accompanying ship on production or acceptance and test flights when so assigned) as required, prior, during and subsequent to flight; verifies the proper functioning of ship’s entire systems and signs off these systems for initial and subsequent flights to point of acceptance by the customer.
Makes the final operational checkout for conformance to Company and customer specifications, of entire prototype or new electronic and software systems after initial installation in aircraft, where it is required to exercise a complete knowledge of applicable electronic theory, plus a knowledge of aircraft functional systems; makes adjustments, calibrates, trouble shoots, reworks or replaces defective units, and makes successive operational checkouts of such electronic and software systems (accompanying ship on production or acceptance and test flights when so assigned) as required, prior, during and subsequent to flight; verifies the proper functioning of ship’s entire systems and signs off these systems for initial and subsequent flights to point of acceptance by the customer.
Determines methods, operations and sequences, conducts the initial testing, and makes adjustments and calibrations under operations laboratory conditions, of entire prototype or new aircraft electronic and software systems and components, where test procedures and standards have not been completely established, available references are not complete, and special test equipment must be developed; troubleshoots malfunctioning systems, diagnoses trouble, reworks, replaces or relocates integral components, as required to accomplish proper integration, functioning and acceptance of entire system, working to Company, customer or vendor specifications. Modifies or develops aircraft electronic and software systems and components to Company or customer requirements, working from incomplete preliminary design data, oral or written instructions, etc.; provides missing design details and/or makes changes in design of systems components, such as circuits, for approval by others, when system does not meet functional demands or where such changes will facilitate assembly, installation, or performance of the system. Collaborates with vendor and customer representatives and responsible Company personnel in the correction of problems regarding the design or malfunctioning of aircraft prototype or new electronic and software systems and components. Adapts available test equipment as required to complete a test setup. Disassembles, diagnoses trouble, and repairs malfunctioning units of radar, radio and other electronic systems as revealed by laboratory or ship tests; initiates or prepares rework orders as required. Works with Flight Mechanics in troubleshooting malfunctioning systems and servicing aircraft for flight where it is required to perform activities in related systems and accessories such as pneumatic, hydraulic, etc. Performs satisfactorily any function of the Flight Electrical and Instruments Mechanic classification.
Must have 4 years of avionic systems such as, radar, navigation, satellite, electronic systems, flight control systems.
Must possess FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License or obtain within one year of employment at the employee’s expense.
Flightline maintenance operations experience (engine runs, towing and jacking, launch, and recovery.
Understanding and use of aircraft specific test equipment.
Familiar with Software loads.
Excellent communicator.
Top Secret Clearance.
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.
Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.