F-18 Aircraft Mechanic 4

Northrop Grumman; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where you will have the chance to work on revolutionary aircraft systems that impact lives globally. As an Aircraft Mechanic 4, you will play a crucial role in maintaining F-18 aircraft, ensuring they meet stringent safety and operational standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and be part of a team that values innovation and courage. Your skills will contribute to the legacy of excellence in aviation, and you will enjoy a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Savings Plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of F/A-18 experience with inspections and repairs.
• Ability to document maintenance actions and comply with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft and components.
• Conduct inspections, removals, and installations of aircraft parts.

Skills

F/A-18 Experience

Inspection Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Education

A&P License

Tools

Torque Wrench

Micrometers

Calipers

Hand Tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

At Northrop Grumman, we 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.

Northrop Grumman is looking for an **Aircraft Mechanic 4** based at Cecil Field in Jacksonville, Florida. In this position, you will perform maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, F-18 aircraft equipment, F-18 engines, F-18 components, and systems in accordance with DOD, manufacturer, company, supplier and other directives in support of aircraft modification.

**Responsibilities:**

+ Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections

+ Perform removal, installation, and inspection functions of fuel cells and assembly, and installation of components such as fuel lines, hardware, and fittings.

+ Remove fuel cells and components from aircraft, following specific procedures and techniques. Prepare cavity for installation of fuel cells and components.

+ Performs a variety of operations of aircraft tear-down and build-up to include assembly and disassembly of components, rudders, flaps, stabilizers, and other associated flight controls.

+ 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.

+ Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.

+ May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

**Basic Qualifications for Aircraft Mechanic 4:**

+ Have at least 3 years of F/A-18 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 50 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

+ Ability to successfully pass vision screen and color blindness tests

**Preferred Qualifications for Aircraft Mechanic 4:**

+ U.S. military background

+ Fighter type aircraft maintenance experience

+ A&P license

+ U.S. military background

Salary Range: $66,300.00 - $110,500.00

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.