Field & Service Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift

Lockheed Martin; Patuxent (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in aerospace innovation as a Field & Service Mechanic at the JSF program in Patuxent River. As a vital part of the F-35 aircraft maintenance team, you will work on cutting-edge technology, ensuring the F-35 remains operationally ready, participating in both routine and experimental maintenance. Your role will be pivotal in advancing aviation technology while enjoying flexible schedules and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules

Comprehensive benefits package

Relocation/Housing Stipend

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience with aircraft maintenance and modification.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Familiarity with safety and documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, modify, inspect, and troubleshoot F-35 aircraft.
• Engage in aircraft inspection and weapon loading.
• Participate in development of advanced aviation technologies.

Skills

Aircraft Inspection

Avionics Troubleshooting

Modification Projects

Wire Repair

Experience with F-35 Systems

Education

A&P License or equivalent

USAF 5 or 7 Skill level / Navy NEC / Marine MOS

Job description

Basic Qualifications

Must have been previously awarded one of the following including but not limited to:

A USAF 5 or 7 Skill level / Navy NEC / Marine MOS discipline rating, Airframe and Power Plant license, or an FCC license.

Experienced with one or multiple general aircraft subsystems such as Hydraulics, Fuel, Engine, Electrical, Weapons Loading, Environmental, Structural Repair, Machine Shop, Communication and Egress Systems.

Experience with reading and interpreting Engineering Drawings, Blueprints and instructions.

Experience with Safety, Tool Control, FOD, Supply, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security programs.

Experience with Maintenance documentation systems such as Electronic Maintenance Instructions and Aircraft Forms Documentation.

Job Code/Title

RF3017:Field & Service Mechanic - OS

Job Description

This position will be part of the aircraft maintenance team supporting the JSF program at the Patuxent River flight test site. This position will require employee to work in a team environment maintaining F-35 aircraft. Tasks will include items such as aircraft Inspection, servicing, repair, overhaul, modification, fabrication and weapon loading as required.

What You Will Be Doing:
Embark on a career that sets you amongst the elite group of technicians supporting the F-35 program at Patuxent River. This role goes beyond the traditional scope of aircraft maintenance; it immerses you in a world where you will maintain, modify, inspect, and troubleshoot the cutting-edge F-35 aircraft, both scheduled and unscheduled. You're not just working on any aircraft; you're ensuring the peak performance of a machine at the forefront of aviation technology.
As an Avionics & Instrument Technician with our team, you may also:
• Engage in all facets of F-35 maintenance, embodying both routine checks and the unforeseen challenges that come with pioneering aircraft technology.
• Dive into aircraft modification projects, bringing experimental technologies from the blueprint phase to operational reality.
• Master the art of wire repair and avionic troubleshooting, ensuring the F-35 remains at the pinnacle of operational readiness.
• Participate in the development of groundbreaking technologies, including software, hardware, and advanced 5th Generation integration testing, directly impacting the future of aviation.

Why Join the F-35 Integrated Test Force (ITF)?
• Be at the forefront of F-35 related testing, playing a pivotal role within both Aeronautics and Engineering & Technology sectors.
• Contribute to the enterprise-leading efforts in testing F-35 B/C models for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, directly enhancing the capabilities of our warfighters.
• Lead in the realms of software improvement, testing, and deployment, ensuring the F-35 remains at the apex of 5th Generation technological advancement.

Join us at the tip of the spear in aviation innovation, where every task you undertake is a step toward redefining the future of aerospace. This is more than a job; it's a mission. A mission that shapes the world of aeronautics, supports our nation's military and allies, and tests the limits of what's possible in the skies.

What’s In It For You:
From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus -if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

*** Interim Secret Clearance Required Prior to Start ***

***Ability to support customer requested business travel or TDY***

***Ability to attain required qualifications within projected training timeline***

Desired skills

Current 5th Generation Fighter experience to include but not limited to:

A.L.I.S. CMMS/Documentation
Aircraft Engineering Instructions knowledge/understanding
NAVAIR 4790 familiarization
DCMA 8210 familiarization
A&P License or equivalent
Prior Plane Captain / Dedicated Crew Chief Qualification

Other Important Information

By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to work remotely

Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Select the Telework classification for this position

Employee will work on-site full-time

Ability to Telecommute

No telecommuting

Shift

Multiple shifts available

Work Schedule Information

Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Work Schedule

Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week

Security Clearance Information

This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Security Clearance

Secret

LMCareers Business Unit

AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Program

JSF

Department

432200:FW F-35 PAX RIVER FLT TEST MEC

Job Class

Technicians

Job Category

Hourly/Non-Exempt

City, State

Patuxent River-MD

City

Patuxent River

Zip

20670

Virtual

no

Relocation/Housing Stipend Available

Possible

Req Type

Full-Time

Direct/Indirect

Direct

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At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

National Pay Statement

The base range for this position in Maryland is $31.76 - $50.48.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.