F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 (MDAC Yuma)

$51,500 - $85,900/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Yuma, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Yuma, AZ

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Aircraft Mechanic position at Northrop Grumman involves supporting F-35 organizational maintenance at MCAS Yuma, AZ. The role requires performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing of F-35 aircraft to ensure they are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight. The position emphasizes collaboration, technical expertise, and adherence to safety procedures while contributing to significant defense projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft.
• Ensure aircraft are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems.
• Perform and/or assist with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions.
• Assist with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel.
• Maintain and update aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS.
• Keep the production staff updated on aircraft status.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.
• Obtain special certifications as locally required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience for Aircraft Mechanic 3.
• High School diploma or GED and a minimum of 6 years of mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience for Aircraft Mechanic 4.
• A current Secret Clearance (or higher).
• 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.
• Willingness to provide temporary support to other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends.

Nice-to-haves

• 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 Airframes and/or Crew Chief Experience.
• 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 avionics systems, fighter aircraft crew escape systems experience.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business