Plane Captain — Aircraft Mechanic I (Global Ops)

V2X, Inc.; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

AD&D and disability benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off and holidays

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

V2X, Inc. seeks an Aircraft Technician to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on F-18 aircraft and support the daily Flight Schedule. The role requires Navy T/M Class C school or equivalent and hands-on O-Level experience with the F-18, plus Plane Captain qualifications.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate GSE. DoD Secret clearance eligibility and an honorable discharge are required; the employer notes competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Completed Navy Skill Specialty T/M Class C school or equivalent USMC/USCG training.
• Minimum of two years of O-Level maintenance experience on the F-18 aircraft.
• Two years T/M experience within the last two years.
• T/M aircraft Plane Captain qualification, tow tractor, and duct driver.
• Must operate Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
• Maintenance experience in aircraft structures, hydraulics, pneumatics, or egress systems.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret clearance.
• Honorable discharge from military service is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on aircraft and support the daily Flight Schedule.
• Shall be licensed to drive and operate Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

Skills

GSE operation

Plane Captain qualification

DoD Secret clearance

Navy T/M maintenance exp.

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Navy Skill Specialty T/M Class C school

Tools

Tow tractor

Job description

V2X, Inc. seeks an Aircraft Technician to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on F-18 aircraft and support the daily Flight Schedule. The role requires Navy T/M Class C school or equivalent and hands-on O-Level experience with the F-18, plus Plane Captain qualifications.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate GSE. DoD Secret clearance eligibility and an honorable discharge are required; the employer notes competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.