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F-18 Aircraft Mechanic II

San Diego, CA · On-site

$30.50 - $40/hr

Contractor personnel shall rig, adjust, and perform preflight tests on various flight systems ... * Assist in maintaining NAMP Programs, ensure contract artisans follows Ground Operating ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant rig mechanic in Carlsbad, CA is $20.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.93 and $22.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Assistant Rig Mechanic helps maintain and repair mechanical equipment on an oil rig, ensuring smooth operations. They assist the rig mechanic with troubleshooting, servicing engines, pumps, and hydraulics. Regular inspections and preventive maintenance are key responsibilities. They also follow safety procedures to minimize risks in hazardous environments.

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A typical workday for an Assistant Rig Mechanic involves assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of drilling rig equipment, often working alongside senior mechanics and other crew members. You'll perform routine checks on mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, troubleshoot minor issues, and help ensure all machinery meets safety and operational standards. The role often requires working in shifts, sometimes in challenging outdoor environments, and being ready to respond quickly to unexpected mechanical failures. Collaboration with other rig personnel is key, as you'll be part of a team focused on keeping operations running smoothly and safely.

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F-18 Aircraft Mechanic II

V2X

San Diego, CA • On-site

$30.50 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


V2X rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 450 rated engineering


Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.


Responsibilities

Performs Depot Level Maintenance of Naval Aircraft Mechanical Systems.

  • An aircraft mechanic, based on blueprints job orders engineering specifications, and or maintenance instructions, shall disassemble, repair, rework and install various systems and components such as wings, control surfaces, control systems, landing gear, arresting gear, fuel cells, instrumentation, and engines. Contractor personnel shall install hydraulic tubing, actuating cylinders, and cable controls. Contractor personnel shall rig, adjust, and perform preflight tests on various flight systems including landing gear, flight controls, instruments, oxygen/ environmental systems, and power plants. Contractor personnel shall install complete fuel systems including self-sealing fuel cells. The candidate shall be able to operate electronic technical publication or, be able learn how to navigate.
  • In addition to these major activities, the contract aircraft mechanic for this program will be required to travel across FRCSW sites throughout the US, and Outside the Continental United States.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform installation, adjustment, alignment and troubleshooting for final operational and functional testing on major aircraft weapon systems, assemblies, and components for the F-18 aircraft to include but not limited to overhaul and repair of weapon systems, their assemblies, and components, such as airframes, landing gear, power plants, gear boxes, pumps, and hydraulic systems, pressurization, utility, fuel, oil, pneumatic and flight control systems.
  • Troubleshoots aircraft systems, components, or subassemblies for proper operation. Identifies malfunctions and takes corrective action required (whether portions must be repaired or replaced).
  • Disassembles, repairs, and reassembles major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components.
  • Connects related systems to the newly installed or repaired units and adjusts the units and their related mechanisms to assure their proper operation.
  • Installs, aligns, and functionally and operationally tests the various major and minor mechanical and pneumatic systems on the aircraft during overhaul or modification, performs engine removal and installation, jacking and leveling, alignment and retraction checks, and other related routine tasks, performs miscellaneous duties such as service aircraft, flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
  • Additionally, Aircraft Mechanic, should be able to perform the following:
    • Must be able to Inspect, maintain modify troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, and test the current F-18 Type Model Series aircraft fuel systems their assemblies, and components.
    • Isolates the nature of trouble and extent of adjustment or repair required on refuel/cross-feed mechanisms and, pumps, pressure relief valves, fuel bladder removal, installation and leak detection/repair, and other aircraft fuels accessories.
    • Diagnoses malfunctions and overhauls fuels accessories by disassembling, cleaning, and examining parts for corrosion, wear, scratches, cracks, or other damage, replacing gaskets, and worn parts.
    • Reassembles accessories, adjusting, and testing to ensure proper operation IAW standards in technical specifications such as technical orders, microfilm, manufactures specification manuals, part supply books, and blueprints and schematic diagrams, rigs cables and adjusts associated fuels equipment on, and other aircraft features involving fuels.
    • Fabricates fuel, oil, and vacuum hose lines, makes modifications of aircraft fuel equipment as required by technical orders, uses standard and specialized tools and measuring devices of the trade to complete assignments.

Administration duties:

  • Comply with all required trainings and other administrative functions required by the company and the costumer.
  • Assist in maintaining NAMP Programs, ensure contract artisans follows Ground Operating Procedures, and ensure personnel comply with safety procedures.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum experience or military experience as aircraft mechanic or airframes on F-18 aircraft. (1 year in the last 3 years)
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be able to pass a NACI which could include a credit check.
  • We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offers, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Other Requirements:

  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level security clearance.

  • This position requires a valid U.S. Drivers License 
  • U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data system
  • Must be able to pass a NACI which could include a credit check.
  • We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing
  • Will be required to travel across FRCSW sites throughout the US, and outside the Continental United States.

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:

  • Possesses both analytical and interpersonal skills.
  • Good problem solving, negotiation and organizational skills/techniques.
  • Working knowledge with Advance Skill Management (ASM) or willing to learn the functions.
  • To be able to perform research, a working knowledge with the following is preferred: electronic publications like Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM), knowledge in navigating NATEC website to access Technical Publications, service bulletins, technical publications, blueprints, IPB (Illustrated Parts Breakdown), MIM (Maintenance Instruction), LES (Local Engineering Specifications), LPS (Local Process Specifications) and TEI (Temporary Engineering Instructions).

Business Partner/Effective Communicator:

  • English language skills to communicate with costumers.
  • Strong communicator must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and orally.
  • Ability to train others.
  • Customer service oriented, detail focused, pro-active behavior, multi-task capability.

Software:

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.
  • Must be knowledgeable in navigating computer functions to be able to access company timesheet systems and training requirements, and to be able to access FRCSW share drives - mandatory trainings and timekeeping systems.

What We Bring

  • At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
  • The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on the current rate agreed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this site.
    • USD $91,000 - $94,000
  • Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.

Employee benefits include the following:

  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum experience or military experience as aircraft mechanic or airframes on F-18 aircraft. (1 year in the last 3 years)
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be able to pass a NACI which could include a credit check.
  • We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offers, pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Other Requirements:

  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level security clearance.

  • This position requires a valid U.S. Drivers License 
  • U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data system
  • Must be able to pass a NACI which could include a credit check.
  • We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform post offer, pre-employment substance abuse testing
  • Will be required to travel across FRCSW sites throughout the US, and outside the Continental United States.

Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving:

  • Possesses both analytical and interpersonal skills.
  • Good problem solving, negotiation and organizational skills/techniques.
  • Working knowledge with Advance Skill Management (ASM) or willing to learn the functions.
  • To be able to perform research, a working knowledge with the following is preferred: electronic publications like Interactive Electronic Technical Manual (IETM), knowledge in navigating NATEC website to access Technical Publications, service bulletins, technical publications, blueprints, IPB (Illustrated Parts Breakdown), MIM (Maintenance Instruction), LES (Local Engineering Specifications), LPS (Local Process Specifications) and TEI (Temporary Engineering Instructions).

Business Partner/Effective Communicator:

  • English language skills to communicate with costumers.
  • Strong communicator must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and orally.
  • Ability to train others.
  • Customer service oriented, detail focused, pro-active behavior, multi-task capability.

Software:

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Computer, printer, copy machine and other general office equipment.
  • Must be knowledgeable in navigating computer functions to be able to access company timesheet systems and training requirements, and to be able to access FRCSW share drives - mandatory trainings and timekeeping systems.

What We Bring

  • At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
  • The successful candidate’s starting pay will be based on the current rate agreed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this site.
    • USD $91,000 - $94,000
  • Please speak with a recruiter for additional information.

Employee benefits include the following:

  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

McLean, VA, US

Year founded

1945