Aircraft Mechanic, F-- Level 4

Job Overview

As the F-35 Aircraft Mechanic you will be responsible for delivering precise maintenance, repair, launch, and recovery operations that ensure every aircraft meets the highest standards of safety and performance.

• Perform comprehensive maintenance, repair, launch, and recovery activities on F‑35 aircraft.
• Follow Joint Technical Data and program guidance to complete inspections and servicing tasks.
• Coordinate and assign maintenance tasks among team members to optimize workflow.
• Provide on‑the‑job training to teammates and partner maintenance personnel.
• Maintain accurate aircraft status records in the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) and keep the Production team updated.

• Minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience in 5‑ or 7‑skill level USAF AFSC, CDI/CDQAR Navy NEC, or CDI/CDQAR United States Marine Corps, or equivalent on Fighter Attack Aircraft.
• 1 year of hands‑on F‑35 maintenance experience, including knowledge of ALIS, Anomaly Fault Resolution System, Customer Relationship Management, Joint Technical Data Navigation, Portable Maintenance Aid (PMA)/Maintenance Vehicle Interface (MVI) activities, Configuration Management, forms documentation, and supply chain management.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and repair.
• Knowledge of Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Quality, and Security programs.

• FAA aircraft and Power Plant Mechanic license.
• Experience as an On‑The‑Job trainer.
• Proficiency with Lockheed Martin’s F‑35 Nose‑to‑Tail maintenance concept.
• Engine Run Certification; experience with fighter aircraft crew escape systems (e.g., canopy and ejection seat), weapons loading, structural repairs, and low‑observable technology.

• U.S. Citizen required.
• Interim Secret clearance at interview and final Secret clearance before assignment.
• Active Secret clearance needed to start the position.

• Work requires overnight shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift) and may involve extended hours and weekends as business needs dictate.
• Employee must be willing to travel for temporary duty assignments with short notice, including stateside or overseas locations.

This position may involve certain military health screenings and immunizations. Responsibilities include lifting up to 50 pounds, performing repetitive movements, working overhead, using hands to grasp, handle, and feel, and reaching with hands and arms. Employees must frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist. Confined space entry may be required, and extended work hours can be expected.

Lockheed Martin offers flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee security and future planning.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.