F-16 Aircraft Mechanic III

AAR; Swanton (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an F-16 Aircraft Mechanic who will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational readiness of aircraft. This position involves a variety of responsibilities, including aircraft recovery, inspections, and maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aircraft maintenance, with a preference for F-16 experience. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. Join a team that values your skills and dedication in a dynamic work environment that supports your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required.
• Experience in aircraft maintenance with F-16 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for aircraft recovery, inspections, and maintenance tasks.
• Interact with Maintenance Operation Center regarding aircraft readiness.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Blueprint Interpretation

F-16 Experience

Technical Documentation Adherence

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Pending Task Order Approval

Estimated Start Date: May or June 2025

Description

The F-16 Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for aircraft recovery, parking, safing, and preparing for depot induction and delivery; safe towing operations; aircraft post-flight and preflight inspections, aircraft refueling, engine run, launch, and recovery operations; assisting other team members in aircraft structural and avionic/electrical modifications, upgrades, and repairs; performing aircraft maintenance, including, but not limited to, aircraft servicing, repair, inspection; status reporting, technical, and logistical support.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Reads, interprets, and adheres to technical orders, manuals, blueprints, service bulletins, and other related documentation.
• Perform applicable F-16 related maintenance tasks, including special certification & qualification tasks, e.g., engine runs, servicing or aircraft towing in accordance with applicable F-16 technical orders.
• Complete scheduled and unscheduled F-16 maintenance, parts ordering, and other aircraft functions.
• Perform routine duties within the first echelon of aircraft supervision, such as: aircraft servicing, including hydraulics, engine oil, lubrication, fuel, canopy cleaning, wheel/tire replacement, brakes, light bulbs.
• Troubleshoot and assist with the repair, replacement, and rebuild of aircraft structures and components.
• Perform flight control and other component rigging and calibration.
• Service aircraft as prescribed in applicable F-16 Technical Orders.
• Determine airworthiness of aircraft and associated components.
• Interact with company Maintenance Operation Center (MOC), the customer, and other program representatives in matters concerning aircraft airworthiness, operational readiness, and aircraft systems troubleshooting.
• All other duties as assigned.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required.
• Must meet one of the following requirements:
• A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
• An Associate's degree plus 4 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
• High School Diploma plus 8 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
• F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• Must have experience with working from blueprint drawings, diagrams, specifications, service manuals, sketches, templates, and other incomplete data.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.
• Must be able to work 1st or 2nd shifts as needed.

Job

Defense

Primary Location

United States-Ohio-Swanton

Schedule

Full-time

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Airlines and Aviation