CLS - F - 35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 Electricians - (Lemoore)
$63,500–$105,900 year
On-siteLemoore, California, United States
Job Summary
Perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft, including configuring aircraft for modifications, component removal and installations, and assistance with software uploads. Execute organizational-level modifications, fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures to restore aircraft to flying condition. Conduct inspections, servicing, and egress system maintenance while maintaining and updating aircraft records within the ALIS CMMS. Assist with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions, support O-Level maintenance, and provide OJT training for team members. Rotate across 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts, including a 24/7/365 on-call rotation, to ensure continuous operational coverage and mission readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Level 3: Must have a high school diploma or GED and 4 years additional education and/or experience with mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience
- Level 4: Must have a high school diploma or GED and 6 years additional education and/or experience with mechanical/aircraft airframe/power plants/turboprop/egress/avionics and/or crew chief experience
- Must have the ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings
- Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company
- Must have the ability to obtain Collateral Duty Inspector Qualification within 18 months of position start date
- Must have the ability to acquire and maintain a flightline driver's competency card
- Must be able to pass a physical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements
- Must be able to depart on temporary duty assignments — on short notice
- You will be subject to work first, second, third, or weekend shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager
- This position will be primarily assigned to the Night Shift but requires full flexibility to rotate across all shifts if needed
- This includes 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts as needed
- The role demands the ability to work a dynamic schedule, which may include extended hours, holidays, weekends, and participation in a 24/7/365 on-call rotation to ensure continuous operational coverage and mission readiness
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small, confined spaces
- U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions
Desired Qualifications
- US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, Air Force 5 or 7 Level, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) Certification
- Six or more years F-22 or F-35 Avionics and/or Crew Chief Experience
- 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-135 Power plant 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
- Excellent communication skills
- experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry
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