F-18 Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3 - R10196874

Northrop Grumman; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 53,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense and space manufacturing seeks an F-18 Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3 in San Antonio. The successful candidate will perform essential maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft and related systems. We're looking for individuals with a pioneering spirit and a strong background in aircraft maintenance, as you will support revolutionary systems that shape the future of aerospace.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Company paid holidays

Qualifications

• 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience needed.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance required.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft.
• Assemble major structures including fuselage panels and bulkheads.
• Aligns parts using templates and fixtures.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance experience

Reading and interpreting schematics

Physical stamina for manual tasks

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

F-18 Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3 - R10196874

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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, 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, but they’re also making history.

We are currently seeking Aircraft Structure Mechanics based in San Antonio, Texas. 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.

Job Duties

• Performs a variety of operations to assemble and make major assembly structures such as fuselage panels and bulkheads, and structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps, and stabilizers.
• Aligns parts on jigs using templates and fixtures. Performs such minor part-fitting operations as filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
• Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
• May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) and at least 4 years of aircraft maintenance experience
• Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret level security clearance once hired; and have the ability to maintain that clearance for continued employment
• Able to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc
• 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

• Fighter type aircraft maintenance experience
• A&P license
• U.S. Navy or USMC background
• Active Secret DoD clearance
  
  

Salary Range: $53,900.00 - $89,900.00

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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