Aircraft Mechanic ; Armament

Location

Lemoore, CA

06/01/2026

NAS Lemoore

$49.27 Hour

Yes

Non-Exempt

Possible FT/PT Full-time

Possible

M1 is looking for an Aircraft Mechanics I (Armament) to perform organizational and I level maintenance on aircraft armament systems. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Receives, inspects, packages, stores, handles, and processes for shipment airborne weapons systems components.
• Maintains, tests, assembles, loads, downloads, arms, and de-arms assigned airborne weapons systems components.
• Reads and interprets manufacturer's publications, maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Maintain, test, service, inspect, replace or repair to specification all required systems.
• Must be qualified on and work with some ground support equipment, special calibration equipment, and special tools.
• The Aircraft Mechanic I will work on all aircraft systems, beyond their field of expertise by working as a general Aircraft Mechanic I.
• Follows direction of higher graded workers.

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Must have 3 years of Naval aircraft weapon systems maintenance experience.
• Knowledge and use of special tools/equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory.
• May be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration. Military ratings may substitute.
• 18 months as a Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI), Quality Insurance Inspector, or Inspector Authorization (IA) as applicable.
• Preferred to have 24 months F/A-18 weapons experience within the last 36 months.
• Must complete CDI qualification syllabus and all qualifications to obtain CDI within 90 days of employment as applicable.
• Thorough understanding of DOD aircraft maintenance processes preferred.
• Must be able to obtain any additional qualifications or license required to maintain aircraft and qualifications.
• Must be able to inspect and maintain all company and customer assets, including all assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), in accordance with applicable directives, and ensure that those assets are utilized in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Obtain/maintain security clearance, DOD CAC privileges, and Special Access Badge requirements.
• Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
• Current valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Ability to travel.
• Must participate in the training and qualification of new personnel.
• Must participate in required daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual training and ensure that it is documented in a timely manner.
• Must be willing and able to deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous and professional manner.
• Must have a working knowledge of aircraft technical orders/job guides/publications-read, interpret, follow, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications.
• Must have working knowledge (aircraft/vehicle movement and safety/hazards) of flight line operations.

• Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.
• Must be physically able to perform duties as assigned and have the ability to lift 50lbs.

M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short and Long‑term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.

M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or veteran status.