Job ID: 716101BR Date posted: Jan. 27, 2026
Description:You will be the F-22 Structures Technician for the F-22 Modification Team which is responsible for sustaining and enhancing the F-22 fleet at Nellis AFB, NV.

What You Will Be Doing
As the F-22 Structures Technician you will be responsible for delivering depot‑level structural maintenance and upgrades while ensuring safety and quality.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Perform heavy depot‑level maintenance, repair, and modification of aircraft structures and major sub‑assemblies.

- Plan, layout, fabricate, assemble, install, and repair sheet‑metal and structural components using precision measuring equipment.

- Read, interpret, and apply technical documents, safety rules, and maintenance manuals.

- Execute physically demanding tasks safely, including lifting, reaching, standing, and working overhead or in confined spaces.

- Handle, store, and dispose of hazardous materials and chemicals in accordance with government regulations and company procedures.

What’s In It For You
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are
You are a collaborative, detail‑oriented professional with proven experience in aircraft structural maintenance. You thrive in fast‑paced environments, prioritize safety, and bring a hands‑on attitude to complex technical challenges. Your commitment to excellence makes you an ideal fit for a role that directly impacts mission‑critical aircraft readiness.

Further Information About This Opportunity
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access. Must have at minimum an Interim Secret Security Clearance and be able to obtain a Final Secret.

Physical Requirements:
This position may include certain required health screenings and immunizations. Position may also require extended work hours. Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist. Confined Space Entry.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years experience with F-22 aircraft maintenance and/or modification activities

- Must have held a USAF skill level 5 (or equivalent) in their career field.

- Experienced in F-22 Structural specialties

- Be able to read & interpret blueprints and schematics

- Experience with USAF products and processes to include F-F-22 hardware and maintenance, technical orders and technical drawings, at the organizational and intermediate levels
Desired Skills:
- F-22 Nose to Tail experience in either Structures career fields

- F16, F22, F35, F-15, F-18, A10 or other fighter aircraft Structural/Crew Chief experience

- Prior Aircraft Modification and Maintenance Experience
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
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.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Technicians
Type: Full-Time
Shift: First