F-18 Aircraft Mechanic 3

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,500 - 100,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Shift differential

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in San Antonio, TX is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic 2 to perform maintenance on F/A-18E/F aircraft as part of the SLM team supporting organizational and depot level needs.

The candidate should have at least 4 years of FA-18E/F experience, an active secret DOD clearance, and strong English communication. Responsibilities include reading schematics, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical/instrument systems; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Qualifications

• Active secret DOD clearance required.
• At least 4 years of FA‑18E/F experience.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics and manuals.
• Must pass physical/respirator requirements.
• Able to perform moderate physical duties including lifting up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on F-18 aircraft, equipment, components, and systems per directives.
• Understand pre/post flight activities and inspections.
• Troubleshoot and service aircraft and engine systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions and repair per specs, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
• Read and interpret wiring schematics and technical manuals.
• Set up torque wrench and use common hand tools.
• Maintain electrical and instrument systems on aircraft.

Skills

English communication

Schematics reading

Safety regulations

Flexibility in schedule

Tools

Torque wrench

Safety wire pliers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic 2 with preferably experience on the F/A-18E/F aircraft. This effort will support service life modification program in San Antonio, TX where the F/A-18E/F SLM team will be responsible for Organizational and Depot Level support of the aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, components, and systems in accordance all applicable directives.
• Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections
• Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance all applicable directives.
• Troubleshoots, repairs and services aircraft and engine systems.
• Conducts diagnosis of malfunctions. Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.
• Able to setup and use a torque wrench and use common hand tools such as: wrenches, safety wire pliers, etc.
• Able to remove, replace, and function check aircraft components and assemblies
• Maintain electrical and instrument systems, including power generation, conversion, and distribution.

Basic Qualifications for F/A-18E/F Aircraft Mechanic 3

• Have at least 4 years of FA-18E/F experience and familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
• Must have and maintain an active secret DOD clearance
• Must have comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate customer maintenance requirements.
• Must be able to clearly document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, parts requests, etc.
• Must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing required safety equipment.
• Will be required to comply with all rules and regulations concerning health and safety, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.
• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small, confined spaces
• Must be able to pass a physical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements

Preferred Qualifications for F/A-18 Aircraft Mechanic 3

• Strong preference to candidates who have supported U.S. Navy F-18 or F/A-18 squadrons on deployment.

Primary Level Salary Range: $60,500.00 - $100,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Flight Operations