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Lexington, KY (On-Site/Office)
Job Number 715958BR
Description:Job Description:
Aircraft Structural Mechanic.
Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a skilled and experienced Aircraft Structural Mechanic to join our team.
What You Will Be Doing:
As an Aircraft Structural Mechanic, you will be responsible for:
• Modifying, repairing, and maintaining the structural configurations of H-6, H-60, and H-47 rotary-wing aircraft. You will execute scheduled and unscheduled inspections, structural repairs, and modifications on airframe structures and components, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and supporting mission-critical operational readiness.
• Perform mid-to-complex modifications to frames, beams, fuselage, wings, tail assemblies, landing-gear attachments, doors, and hatches using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.
• Perform inspections for structural damage, corrosion, cracks, and other defects; execute removal, treatment, and preventative programs.
• Fabricate, install, and replace sheet-metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural components per engineering drawings and service bulletins.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, structural repair schemes, and service bulletins; ensure accurate entry of work in maintenance logs, modification/production instructions, and military documentation systems.
• Perform rigging tasks to verify proper alignment of airframe assemblies and control surfaces after repairs or modifications.
• Provide structural repairs in both flight-line and depot environments; coordinate with depot shops for major repairs and back-shop support.
• Adapt to shift variations, travel (requirement), and deployment requirements (if necessary).
Why Join Us
This position supports our Special Operations Forces - Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here:
https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-SOFGLSS>SOF GLSS
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Lexington.
https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-Lexington
Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
1. Aircraft Structural Repair - Firm understanding of the basic, to moderate, fundamentals of modifying, repairing, and maintaining structural components. Capability to execute structural repairs at both flight-line and depot levels.
2. Must be familiar with tools of the trade such as pneumatic riveters/drills/shears/grinders, as well as common shop machinery such as press brake/band saw/drill press/box & pan brake, etc.
3. Aircraft Composites Knowledge - Proficient in aviation composite repairs, modifications and installations.
4. Maintenance Documentation - Ability to accurately record repairs, inspections and modification maintenance logs, modification and production instructions, and military documentation systems.
5. Quality Assurance - Demonstrated skill in verifying completed work order against airworthiness standard and mission requirements.
6. Operational Flexibility - Ability to work in team environments, independently, and adapt to shift changes, travel (requirement) or deployment (if necessary).
Desired Skills:
1. Experienced Composite background.
2. Demonstrated experience in composite material fabrication, inspection and repair.
3. Proficiency with composite layup techniques, including wet layout, pre-preg and vacuum bagging.
4. Knowledge of bonding, curing and finishing processes for composite structures.
5. Ability to perform structural and non-structural composite repairs in accordance with technical manuals and industry standards.
6. Familiarity with NDT methods (e.g., ultrasonic, Tap test) for composite damage assessment.
7. Skilled in tooling, trimming and fitting composite components to precise tolerances.
8. Firm understanding of safety protocols and handling procedures for composite materials, adhesives and resins.
9. Experience documenting repair processes and quality assurance checks to meet compliance requirement.
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First
Description:Job Description:
Aircraft Structural Mechanic.
Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a skilled and experienced Aircraft Structural Mechanic to join our team.
What You Will Be Doing:
As an Aircraft Structural Mechanic, you will be responsible for:
• Modifying, repairing, and maintaining the structural configurations of H-6, H-60, and H-47 rotary-wing aircraft. You will execute scheduled and unscheduled inspections, structural repairs, and modifications on airframe structures and components, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and supporting mission-critical operational readiness.
• Perform mid-to-complex modifications to frames, beams, fuselage, wings, tail assemblies, landing-gear attachments, doors, and hatches using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.
• Perform inspections for structural damage, corrosion, cracks, and other defects; execute removal, treatment, and preventative programs.
• Fabricate, install, and replace sheet-metal and composite panels, fairings, and structural components per engineering drawings and service bulletins.
• Interpret engineering drawings, repair manuals, structural repair schemes, and service bulletins; ensure accurate entry of work in maintenance logs, modification/production instructions, and military documentation systems.
• Perform rigging tasks to verify proper alignment of airframe assemblies and control surfaces after repairs or modifications.
• Provide structural repairs in both flight-line and depot environments; coordinate with depot shops for major repairs and back-shop support.
• Adapt to shift variations, travel (requirement), and deployment requirements (if necessary).
Why Join Us
This position supports our Special Operations Forces - Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here:
https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-SOFGLSS>SOF GLSS
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Lexington.
https://lmt.co/MFC-JobDescription-Lexington
Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
1. Aircraft Structural Repair - Firm understanding of the basic, to moderate, fundamentals of modifying, repairing, and maintaining structural components. Capability to execute structural repairs at both flight-line and depot levels.
2. Must be familiar with tools of the trade such as pneumatic riveters/drills/shears/grinders, as well as common shop machinery such as press brake/band saw/drill press/box & pan brake, etc.
3. Aircraft Composites Knowledge - Proficient in aviation composite repairs, modifications and installations.
4. Maintenance Documentation - Ability to accurately record repairs, inspections and modification maintenance logs, modification and production instructions, and military documentation systems.
5. Quality Assurance - Demonstrated skill in verifying completed work order against airworthiness standard and mission requirements.
6. Operational Flexibility - Ability to work in team environments, independently, and adapt to shift changes, travel (requirement) or deployment (if necessary).
Desired Skills:
1. Experienced Composite background.
2. Demonstrated experience in composite material fabrication, inspection and repair.
3. Proficiency with composite layup techniques, including wet layout, pre-preg and vacuum bagging.
4. Knowledge of bonding, curing and finishing processes for composite structures.
5. Ability to perform structural and non-structural composite repairs in accordance with technical manuals and industry standards.
6. Familiarity with NDT methods (e.g., ultrasonic, Tap test) for composite damage assessment.
7. Skilled in tooling, trimming and fitting composite components to precise tolerances.
8. Firm understanding of safety protocols and handling procedures for composite materials, adhesives and resins.
9. Experience documenting repair processes and quality assurance checks to meet compliance requirement.
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: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.
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: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First
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