Aircraft Structural Maintenance Specialist

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the technical content manager for assigned F‑16 structural systems and technical orders. Support the establishment of requirements and preparation of TCTOs and TOs for field and depot maintenance, repair inspections, and testing of the complete weapon system. Assist in developing, updating, and validating structural technical data, ensuring compliance with engineering, safety, and USAF standards. Participate as a member of technical verification teams and pre‑/post‑publication review groups to confirm technical accuracy and proper sequencing of procedures.

Apply extensive knowledge of F‑16 structural systems, airframe integrity, fatigue life, and sustainment practices. Support structural sustainment planning, structural integrity program requirements, and coordination with engineering and logistics teams. Provide subject‑matter expertise on USAF and FMS F‑16 structural configurations, modifications, and sustainment challenges. Coordinate with engineering, logistics, program management, and depot organizations to ensure technical documentation and TCTO requirements align with program objectives.

Assist with issue resolution related to structural discrepancies, repair procedures, and maintenance impacts. Ensure technical content meets USAF program requirements and supports both operational and depot‑level sustainment activities. Validate technical data through verification events, ensuring accuracy, clarity, safety, and compliance with USAF standards. Support investigations into data deficiencies, contributing to corrective actions and updates in future revisions. Provide expert recommendations to government and contractor leadership on structural data issues, discrepancies, and necessary improvements.

Active Secret Clearance. MS/PhD in a Related Discipline (IRD) + 10 years relevant experience (5 years DoD); OR BA/BS in a Related Discipline (IRD) + 12 years relevant experience (5 years DoD); OR 15 years relevant experience + applicable Certifications (including 8 years DoD).

Minimum 10 years fighter/bomber aircraft experience, with at least 5 years direct F‑16 OFP‑related experience. Experience in F‑16 structural systems, sustainment engineering, depot processes, and technical order development. Familiarity with USAF and FMS F‑16 configurations and structural modification programs. Demonstrated experience with verification, validation, and publication processes for TOs and TCTOs. Ability to independently perform assigned duties with minimal oversight in a fast‑paced acquisition environment.