Aircraft Mechanic I (23021)– Electrician (F/A-18 Multiple Variants)
On-siteFort Worth, Texas, United States
Fort Worth, Texas, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelLicense Or CertificationSmall
Full TimeSenior LevelLicense Or CertificationSmall
Job Summary
Conduct scheduled and unscheduled organizational-level maintenance on F/A-18 aircraft electrical systems, troubleshooting discrepancies and repairing wiring, power distribution, and lighting components. Perform continuity checks, insulation resistance testing, and operational testing using diagnostic equipment while reading engineering drawings and technical manuals. Remove, replace, and secure electrical wiring and connectors, then document maintenance actions and discrepancy reports in accordance with Navy procedures. Coordinate with senior mechanics and quality assurance personnel while adhering to Lockout/Tagout and safety standards. This role supports VMFA-112 at NAS JRB Fort Worth, Texas, ensuring mission-ready aircraft across multiple variants.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of three (3) years of aircraft maintenance experience
- Demonstrated experience performing aircraft electrical inspections, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and operational testing
- Working knowledge of F/A-18 aircraft electrical systems, maintenance procedures, and applicable technical publications
- Experience maintaining and repairing aircraft electrical wiring, power generation and distribution systems, lighting systems, electrical accessories, and associated aircraft components
- Working knowledge of aircraft mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, fuel, flight control, and environmental control systems sufficient to support electrical troubleshooting
- Basic knowledge of aircraft electrical theory, AC/DC electrical systems, circuit analysis, and electrical safety practices
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, maintenance manuals, Maintenance Instruction Manuals (MIMs), Illustrated Parts Breakdowns (IPBs), wiring repair manuals, and other approved technical publications
- Experience using digital multimeters, insulation resistance testers, continuity testers, precision measuring instruments, and specialized aircraft electrical maintenance equipment
- Ability to remove, install, repair, fabricate, terminate, route, secure, and operationally test aircraft electrical wiring and associated components
- Strong organizational, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize assigned maintenance tasks while meeting production schedules and mission requirements
- Ability to work effectively under the guidance of senior maintenance personnel while maintaining strict compliance with electrical safety standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention, and quality assurance requirements
- Ability to distinguish wire colors and accurately identify electrical components
- Ability to obtain and maintain all required installation access credentials
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions
- Ability to climb ladders, aircraft stands, and maintenance platforms
- Ability to work in confined spaces and around operating aircraft
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, crawl, and work overhead for extended periods
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
Desired Qualifications
- experience supporting F/A-18 aircraft or other military tactical aircraft
- Previous U.S. Navy or U.S. Marine Corps experience maintaining F/A-18A/B/C/D, F/A-18E/F, or EA-18G aircraft
- Previous experience as an Aviation Electrician's Mate (AE) or equivalent military aircraft electrical maintenance specialty
- Experience supporting Organizational (O-Level), Intermediate (I-Level), or Depot (D-Level) aircraft maintenance
- Formal training in aircraft electrical systems, aircraft wiring repair, or aviation electrical maintenance
- Experience troubleshooting aircraft power generation, power distribution, lighting systems, electrical wiring harnesses, and associated electrical components
- Experience supporting Foreign Military Sales (FMS), Contractor Logistics Support (CLS), NAVAIR, or U.S. Department of Defense aviation maintenance contracts
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- Active Secret Security Clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one, if required by the contract
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