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Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Defense Systems F-35 Sustainment HPSI Operating Unit, wants YOU to join our Team as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 and join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. You will be
assigned as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 - Egress/Seat Shop Maintenance supporting F-35 organizational maintenance at MCAS Beaufort, SC. Your Mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on F-35.
Your duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to) : You will be subject to work first, second, third, or weekend shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. You must be able to depart on temporary duty assignments- on short notice. The individual will practice good housekeeping and follow safety procedures and ensure both programs are enforced. You will perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft. You will ensure aircraft are in exceptional
mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with JTD and all applicable program and service guidance.
You will perform and/or assist with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions. You will assist with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel. You will maintain and update aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS. You will keep the production staff updated on aircraft status. You will perform other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. You will perform required Airframe and Power Plant General (APG) / Egress maintenance tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing organizational-level modifications.
You will use your training, knowledge, and experience to obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc. ) as locally required. Willing/able to provide temporary support to our other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments. Willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year.
Able to meet the physical demands of this position, including regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist. Maintenance tasks include : Configuring aircraft for modifications, removal and installation of attaching hardware, component removal and installations, assistance with software uploads, various system operational checkouts, and egress system maintenance. Technical requirements include : Fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition subsequent to accomplishment of modifications and maintenance.
Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals. Basic Qualifications : Must have a High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience. A current Secret Clearance (or higher). U. S.
Citizenship required. Ability to obtain Special Access Program clearance, as required. Ability to obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 18 months of position start date. Ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings. Preferred Qualifications : US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, Air Force 5 or 7 Level, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) Certification. 6 or more years F-22 or F-35 Egress and/or Crew Chief Experience. U. S. Navy or U. S. Marine Corps experience with thorough understanding of F-35 Fighter Aircraft Systems and operations under COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 and 4790.35.
F-135 Power plant engine run certification, F-35 PTMS, fighter aircraft crew escape systems (i. e. canopy and ejection seat), experience in structural repairs and low observable system maintenance are highly desirable. Excellent communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry. Salary Range: $54,400 - $90,600The 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.
Employees may be eligible for 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. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http: ///EEO. U. S. Citizenship is required for most positions. PDN-9ad5bc82-32fe-4171-a171-e3e1ebde2128
