CLS F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 (Avionics)

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Defense Systems (NGDS), F-35 Sustainment HPSI Operating Unit, has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 or Aircraft Mechanic 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. You will be assigned as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 or 4 (F-35 Avionics Technician) supporting F-35 organizational maintenance at MCAS Miramar (San Diego, CA). Your Mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on F-35.

NOTE: This position may be filled as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 or Aircraft Mechanic 4 depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications. This position also has the possibility of a sign-on bonus.

• Your duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• You will 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 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 updates aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS. 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 Powerplant General (APG) tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing heavy/depot level modifications.
• You will perform 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.
• You will ensure technical requirements also include fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition after accomplishment of modifications and maintenance.
• You will Interpret and use various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.
• You will be required to obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc.) as locally required.

Basic Qualifications

• Aircraft Mechanic 3: High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 Years of F-35 Avionics related maintenance including, maintaining/ troubleshooting avionic systems and software updates, relevant to the F-35 platform. Will consider Avionics experience in one of the following additional aircraft platforms AV-8B, F-22, F-18, F-16, or F-15; in lieu of F-35 Avionics experience.

• Aircraft Mechanic 4: High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 6 Years of F-35 Avionics related maintenance including, maintaining/ troubleshooting avionic systems and software updates, relevant to the F-35 platform. Will consider Avionics related experience in one of the following additional aircraft platforms AV-8B, F-22, F-18, F-16, or F-15; in lieu of F-35 Avionics experience.
• Must have an Active Secret Clearance or higher.
• Ability to obtain Special Access Program clearance, as required.
• Ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings.
• Must be able to obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 18 months of position start date.
• You must be able to obtain and keep a flightline driver’s competency card. You must be able to work first or second shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. You must be able to depart on temporary duty assignments— on short notice. You will practice good housekeeping and follow safety procedures and ensure both programs are enforced.
• You must be able to obtain Ground Support Equipment Qualifications in support of F-35 Maintenance and Flight Operations.
• You Must be willing to provide temporary support to our other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments.
• You 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.
• You must be Able to meet the physical demands of this position, including lifting 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, and reach. You are frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• 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-35 Collateral Duty Inspector Designation USMC / USN or level 5 or 7-skill level USAF AFSC.
• F-135 Powerplant engine run certification, F-35 avionics systems, fighter aircraft crew escape systems (i.e., canopy and ejection seat), experience in structural repairs and low observable system maintenance are highly desirable.
• Experience with launch and recovery, standard component removal and replacement, understanding of propulsion systems, understanding of structure maintenance to include knowledge of low observable maintenance processes and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry.

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