Aircraft Mechanic, F-- Level 4

Basic Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of hands‑on F‑35 maintenance experience, including working knowledge of the Autonomic Logistics Information System (ALIS) and related tools such as the Anomaly Fault Resolution System, Customer Relationship Management, Joint Technical Data Navigation, Portable Maintenance Aid (PMA)/Maintenance Vehicle Interface (MVI) activities, Configuration Management and forms documentation, and supply chain management activities.
• Requires a minimum of 4 years of hands‑on experience in a 5 or 7‑skill level USAF AFSC, CDI/CDQAR Navy NEC, or CDI/CDQAR U.S. Marine Corps, or an equivalent for Fighter Attack Aircraft.
• Knowledge of Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Supply, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Quality, and Security programs.
• Willingness to accommodate a heavy travel schedule with very short notice (more than 50% travel).

• FAA aircraft and Power Plant Mechanic license (desirable).
• Proficiency with LM’s F‑35 Nose‑to‑Tail maintenance concept.
• Low Observable/Structures Maintenance experience.
• Avionics Systems Maintenance experience.
• Weapons/Egress Systems Maintenance experience.

T3744:
Aircraft Mechanic 4

You will be the Aircraft Mechanic for the Quick‑Response Team responsible for maintaining F‑35 aircraft readiness worldwide. The position is located at our Luke AFB, AZ site.

What You Will Be Doing

• Execute nose‑to‑tail maintenance on F‑35 aircraft, ensuring airworthiness and mission readiness.
• Rapidly deploy to customer sites, often with less than 24‑hour notice, supporting pop‑up tasks worldwide.
• Coordinate with the Interim Contractor Support infrastructure to integrate efforts and share expertise.
• Maintain a valid flight line driver competency card and meet all physical performance standards.
• Document maintenance actions and provide clear feedback to stakeholders.

What’s In It For You

We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options and a comprehensive benefits package. We provide the resources and flexibility to enable inspiration and focus, encouraging you to pursue ambitious goals, work hard, and enjoy what you do.

Who You Are

You are a collaborative, self‑starting Aircraft Mechanic with a proven ability to make timely decisions in high‑tempo environments. You thrive on solving complex maintenance challenges, enjoy frequent travel, and are committed to maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

• 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.
• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and enter confined spaces.

SECRET clearance required. Candidate must be a U.S. citizen with an active Secret clearance to start.

Luke AFB, AZ (85309)

Multiple shifts available. Non‑standard 40‑hour work week as assigned.

No telecommuting. Work is performed onsite full‑time at the designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Holidays.

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.

Base range for this position in California is $17.69–$32.96. This is a general guideline; compensation will be based on scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Benefits are included as listed above.