Aircraft Mechanic, F-35 (Crew Chief) - Level 4

Lockheed Martin - Luke Air Force Base, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Luke Air Force Base, AZ

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Aircraft Mechanic, F-35 (Crew Chief) - Level 4 position at Lockheed Martin involves performing maintenance, repair, launch, and recovery activities on F-35 aircraft. The role requires hands-on experience in flightline maintenance and knowledge of various systems related to aircraft operations. The mechanic will ensure aircraft safety and mechanical condition, assist in training team members, and maintain accurate records within the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS). This position is critical for supporting military operations and requires flexibility in work hours and the ability to work in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on Partner and Foreign Military Sales F-35 aircraft.
• Ensures aircraft are in good mechanical condition and safe for flight.
• Performs maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with Joint Technical Data (JTD) and all applicable program and service guidance.
• Performs and/or assists with Field-Level Modifications and Time Compliance Technical Data (TCTD) maintenance actions.
• Assigns tasks to other maintenance team members and performs On-The-Job training for team members and Partner aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Maintains and updates aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS).
• Keeps the Production staff updated on aircraft status.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Supervisor and Associate Aircraft Maintenance Manager.
• Capable of working first (1st), second (2nd), and third (3rd) shifts and departing on temporary duty assignments on short notice, dependent on customer needs.
• Must be able to work mandatory overtime when required.

Requirements

• Must have 24 months of hands-on flightline F-35 maintenance experience.
• Requires minimum of 4 years hands-on working experience in 5 or 7-skill level USAF AFSC, CDI/CDQAR Navy NEC, US Army Aviation MOS or CDI/CDQAR United States Marine Corps, or equivalent on Fighter/Attack Helicopter aircraft.
• Knowledge of Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Quality, and Security programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain F-35 'Red X' and In-Process Inspection certification.
• Ability to acquire and keep a flight line driver's competency card.
• Must have an Interim clearance prior to start and maintain an Interim/Secret clearance throughout the duration.

Nice-to-haves

• Valid US Passport.
• FAA aircraft and Power Plant Mechanic license.
• Experience in the Nose-to-Tail maintenance concept.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of USAF 21-101 and 00-20-1 maintenance publications as well as DCMA Instruction 8210, and AS9110 Standards.
• Experience as an On-The-Job trainer.
• Good communication skills.
• Engine Run Certification, at avionics systems, fighter aircraft crew escape systems, experience in fighter weapons loading, experience in structural repairs and low observable system maintenance.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Relocation/Housing Stipend available