CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3 (Lemoore, CA) AHT

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS), F-35 Sustainment HPSI Operating Unit, has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. You will be assigned as an Aircraft Mechanic 3​ supporting F-35 organizational maintenance at Lemoore, CA.  Your Mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on F-35.

Your duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• ​Performs Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft. Ensures 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.

• Performs and/or assists with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions.

• Maintains and updates aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS. Keeps the production staff updated on aircraft status.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.

• Performs required Airframe and Powerplant General (APG) tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS).

• 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 also include fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with maintenance 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.

• Must obtain and maintain Hydraulic Contamination and IPP qualifications throughout durations of employment.

• Must be willing to deploy/travel in order to fulfil customer's operational commitments.

• Must obtain and maintain qualifications as directed by supervisor.

Basic Qualifications:

• ​High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of 4 Years of aircraft airframe/powerplants and/or crew chief experience.

• Must have an Active Secret Clearance or higher.

• US Citizenship required.

• Air Force 5 or 7 Level, US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P).

• Ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings.

• Must be willing 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8 Years F-22 or F-35 Airframes/Powerplants and/or Crew Chief Experience.

• DoD Intermediate level Low Observables, or commercial/industry equivalent.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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, sex, sexual 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://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.