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F-35 Flightline Inspector - 1st Shift at Lockheed Martin
About the role
**Description:Able to obtain or currently possess an Interim Secret Clearance
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This position is part of the Quality Assurance Support Team for the F-35 Flight Test Program at Edwards AFB CA and will be responsible for aircraft support / test equipment inspections. Experience in component removal/replacement scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; Time Compliance Technical Directives (TCTDs) and aircraft modification execution. Technical requirements also include verify fault isolation, troubleshooting, and inspection and verification of repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition subsequent to accomplishment of modifications and maintenance. Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals. Must be willing to train and assist in multiple disciplines. Selected candidate will have experience with understanding technical requirements on fighter type aircraft. Candidate must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
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Identify aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders. Perform Process compliance audits.
Physical Demands:
Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist with and without fall protection devices. Candidate must be able to use computer systems such as but not limited to ALIS, WISE, JTD efficiently.
Basic Qualifications: -
Experience with engineering drawings, blueprints and maintenance instructions.
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2 years experience with aircraft related maintenance.
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Experience conducting in process, verification inspections.
Desired Skills: -
Experience with military aviation flight line
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Previous flight line experience on Fighter Aircraft. Previous awarded 7 Skill level or higher USAF AFSC, Navy/Marine NEC, QAR CDI or an equivalent Airframe and Power Plant, FAA certificate.
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Have previously worked in a Flight Test operation.
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APG/TAMS. Aircraft systems, associated support and test equipment, and on and off aircraft inspections.
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Specific Flight Test experience highly preferred.
Basic knowledge of Low Observable coating:
application, flight test instrumentation, and weapons loading/unloading.
- Experience with aircraft mods will be a plus. Experience with Power Plant, Flight controls, Environmental Systems, and Phase inspections. Working level knowledge on Maintenance Information Systems such as Electronic Maintenance Instructions, Aircraft Forms Documentation, and Supply Chain Management.
- Knowledgeable of Tool Control, FOD, Supply, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security programs.
- Fluent or working knowledge of F-35 ALIS system highly desirable
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:
9x80 every other Friday off
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The base range for this position in California is $32.95 - $52.23.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. The wage range and benefits summary is a general guideline and is governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement when extending an offer.
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:
QA/Test and Inspection
Type:
Full-Time
Shift:
First
Required skills
Aircraft inspection
Maintenance verification
Technical manual interpretation
Fault isolation
Process audits
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