Mechanic A & P Spec GSO

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible work arrangements

401(k) match

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

LockheedMartin - Greenville Production Team is seeking a C-130J Flightline Technician Level III to inspect, maintain, and deliver aircraft to customers. You will work hands-on with aircraft systems and powerplants, ensuring each aircraft meets exacting standards before release.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, functional checks, system documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and logistics while following strict safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Experience: Typically 8+ years as a flightline technician on C-130 or similar aircraft with Level III responsibilities.
• Technical knowledge: Thorough understanding of landing-gear, powerplant, flight-control, fueling, and movement systems.
• Vision: Ability to meet job-specific vision requirements: close, peripheral, depth perception, focus.
• Physical demands: Comfortable in high-vibration environments, able to lift and stand for long periods in PPE.
• Safety: Commitment to safety practices and occupational health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair C-130J systems and powerplants per procedures and standards.
• Perform functional checks on primary subsystems: landing gear, powerplants, flight controls, fueling, movement.
• Document work in maintenance tracking systems and update records.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and logistics to resolve complex issues and drive improvements.
• Adhere to PPE rules and lockout/tagout procedures; support mission-essential functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Job description

LockheedMartin - Greenville Production Team

About The Role

Join the Greenville Production Team as a C-130J Flightline TechnicianLevelIII, where you’ll play a critical part in the receipt, inspection, maintenance, and delivery of C-130J aircraft to our customers. You will work hands-on with aircraft systems and powerplants, ensuring every aircraft meets LockheedMartin’s exacting standards before it leaves the line.

Standard Job Description

C-130J Flightline Technician - LevelIII

LockheedMartin - Greenville Production Team

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair C-130J aircraft systems and powerplants in strict accordance with documented procedures, specifications, and industry standards.
• Perform functional checks on all primary aircraft subsystems, including:
• Landing gear
• Powerplants (engines and accessories)
• Flight control systems
• Fueling/defueling operations
• Aircraft movement, launch, and recovery procedures
• Document work accurately in maintenance tracking systems and update technical records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to resolve complex technical issues and support continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to safety protocols, wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and following lockout/tagout procedures.
• Support mission-essential functions and any additional duties assigned by supervisors or management.

Basic Qualifications

RequirementDetails

Citizenship Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Experience Proven experience (typically8+years) as a flightline technician on the C-130 or comparable transport aircraft, with a track record of LevelIII responsibilities.

Technical Knowledge In-depth understanding of landing-gear, powerplant, flight-control, fueling, and aircraft-movement systems.

Vision Standards Ability to meet the job-specific vision requirements: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Physical Demands Comfortable working in high-vibration environments, lifting/handling equipment, and standing for extended periods while wearing PPE.

Safety Awareness Demonstrated commitment to safety practices and compliance with occupational health regulations.

Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to diagnose complex system faults quickly.
• Excellent communication—both written (maintenance logs, reports) and verbal (team coordination).
• Proactive attitude toward continuous learning and staying current with evolving aircraft technology.
• Ability to work effectively under time pressure while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Pay Information

Pay rate for this position is $27.21 - $49.04 per hour.

At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.

The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only.

Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.