Job ID: 697205BR Date posted: Jul. 07, 2025
Description:Performs the servicing and troubleshooting of complex aircraft systems described herein while such systems are operating under simulated pressure, or power furnished by the ship's power plants. Determines methods, tools, operations and sequences necessary to rework, check out, and service aircraft structures, hydraulic and plumbing, rigging, and mechanical systems, and power plants requiring ingenuity in deviating from standard practices and in adapting and altering structures and systems configurations to meet special requirements.

Makes changes and replacements to hydraulic, plumbing and rigging systems, fuel and oil units, power plants, etc. Makes any permissible adjustments to ship's systems in order that they meet flight line requirements. Mocks-up, fabricates, and installs new parts, structures, and systems and performs final fight servicing, troubleshooting, and operational checkout of complex aircraft for airworthiness and conformance to applicable design specifications with external or ship's power. Sells-off aircraft systems, structure and power plant(s) to company and/or customer inspection when required. Corrects all malfunctions and defects revealed on the ground and/or in flight. Makes replacements of major items such as power plants and accessories, propellers, control surfaces, wings, etc., as required.

Prepares and/or maintains aircraft for flight, inactive or storage status in accordance with applicable specifications. Fuels and oils ship's systems. Connects external power supply to aircraft to place aircraft systems under power and to provide power to start engines.

Disconnects external power supply after engines are running. Conducts power plant run-up from flushing run through power runs, as authorized run-up mechanic.

Improvises test tools and equipment, works without tooling, makes precision layouts, works to exacting tolerances, and applies a full scope of ship mathematics in carrying assignments through to completion.

Utilizes computerized state of the art equipment to troubleshoot complex systems; uses advanced skills and ingenuity to analyze and correct malfunctions.

Works from engineering flight test design information, blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions where design details are frequently incomplete necessitating independent development of supplemental information. Works with engineering personnel as required.

Assists in calibration of compasses and directional equipment and in firing range operations, when so assigned.

Works closely with authorized Company, customer and/or vendor liaison personnel in correcting malfunctioning systems.

When so assigned, performs satisfactorily any function of the Assembly Worker - Structures Senior, Hydraulic - Plumbing Controls Checkout Mechanic, and any other lower rated classification. May perform any other duties related to those described herein.

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Basic Qualifications:
1. Four years experience within the past eight years in Flight Line Aircraft systems maintenance, functional checkout, preflight, troubleshooting, correction of flight squawks, and engine/apu performance checks. A minimum of two of the four years must have been actual flight line work on live Aircraft Systems.

2. The following education and/or experience which was received within the past eight years may be used to offset a portion of the first two years of experience requirements as stated below:

o Aircraft technical school training may be included in the four year minimum requirement for persons spending four years in Military Service.

o A two year Associate Degree program in Aviation Maintenance Technology may be substituted for one year of experience.

o Each year of Active Reserve/National Guard Aircraft Systems Maintenance duty may be substituted for two months of experience up to a maximum of sixteen months.

OR

A graduate, within the last six months, of a certified Aircraft Systems Mechanic Apprenticeship Program which is typically 8,000 hours and includes OJT experience maintaining aircraft. LMASC's 6,000 hour program is acceptable.
Desired Skills:
Previous C-130 Experience
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
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Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Yes
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Multiple shifts available