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Boeing

F-22 Structures Mechanic

Langley, VA

$29 - $38.25/hr

Experience repairing, and servicing military fighter aircraft F-15, F-16, F-18, A-10, F-22, F-35 * 1+ year(s) 5th generation aircraft maintenance experience * Experience maintaining and ...

Boeing

F-22 Structures Mechanic

Langley, VA

$29 - $38.25/hr

Experience repairing, and servicing military fighter aircraft F-15, F-16, F-18, A-10, F-22, F-35 * 1+ year(s) 5th generation aircraft maintenance experience * Experience maintaining and ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for f 16 in Virginia is $27.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.13 and $33.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an F-16?

An F-16 job typically refers to roles related to the maintenance, operation, or support of the F-16 Fighting Falcon, a multirole fighter aircraft used by the U.S. Air Force and allied nations. These jobs can include pilots, aircraft mechanics, avionics specialists, and other support personnel responsible for ensuring the aircraft's performance and mission readiness. F-16 jobs may be found in the military, defense contracting companies, or aerospace manufacturing firms. Qualifications vary but often require specialized training, military service, or technical certifications.

What are typical career progression opportunities for an F-16 fighter pilot?

F-16 Fighter Pilots often begin their careers as wingmen and, with experience and proven leadership, can advance to flight lead, instructor pilot, or even squadron commander roles. Many pursue additional training or specializations, such as weapons officer or test pilot, which open up avenues in tactical development or aviation program management. Opportunities also exist for pilots to transition into staff roles, higher-level command positions, or instructor positions within the military training pipeline. Additionally, skills and experience gained as an F-16 pilot are highly valued in commercial aviation, defense contracting, and aerospace industries should an individual pursue a civilian career after military service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the F 16 position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an F-16 Fighter Pilot, you need exceptional aeronautical skills, strong physical fitness, quick decision-making abilities, and must have completed officer commissioning and advanced flight training programs. Proficiency with avionics, navigation systems, and weapons control technology is necessary, along with necessary military pilot certifications and flight hours. Superior communication, teamwork, and stress management skills help pilots operate effectively in high-pressure, team-based environments. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure mission success, safety, and effective collaboration during both training and combat operations.

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Infographic showing various F 16 job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 64% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $58,087 per year, or $27.9 per hour.

5th Gen Fighter Electronic Warfare SME

Planned Systems International, Inc.

Hampton, VA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company who focuses on designing, building, securing, and operating cutting-edge software solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence for Federal Government organizations. We are currently seeking a prior F-15, F-16, F/A-18, F-22 or F-35 Pilot OR equivalent Weapon Systems Officer (WSO) to provide onsite support to Headquarters Air Combat Command (ACC) at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. A candidate with a strong background in the JCIDS process, trends analysis, Capabilities Based Assessments, Analysis of Alternatives would easily succeed in this position. The ideal candidate would have expertise in analyzing Joint Urgent Operational Need requirements. Finally, an ideal candidate would have a strong understanding of the Air Force PPBE resource requirements process.


  • Support and assist with efforts to translate requirements into documented studies and analyses.
  • Provide technical and analytical support to track and analyze trends, user requirements, and assist in development of critical documentation to support system resource requirements.
  • Provide technical and analytical support to assess capability requirements, associated capability gaps and risks, and facilitate fielding of capability solutions.
  • Conduct analyses in support of the development, validation, and coordination of HQ ACC requirements documents such as AoA, ICD, CDD, OCDD, and CPD.
  • Develop Rapid Prototyping Requirements/Rapid Fielding Requirements Documents, Capabilities Needs Statements, and support Solutions Pathway Reviews
  • Provide SME analysis of Joint Urgent Operational Need and Urgent Operational Need requirements.
  • Provide expert analysis and tech support to concept refinement, threat analysis, development of operational concepts, input into the POM, cost, and risk analysis.
  • Provide support to effectively plan, program, budget, and execute resource requirements.
  • Assist in performing capabilities, program, and cost analysis for new systems or for fiscal parameters and measurements.
  • Monitor and analyze funding execution.
  • Support efforts to accomplish studies, technical analysis, and reports to determine capability gaps, inefficiencies, and effectiveness of capabilities within the A5/8/9 mission area.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
  • MAJCOM or higher-level staff (combination of active duty, government service, or contractor).
  • Active T3 investigation, with the ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances as required for access to classified information (i.e. T5, SCI & SAP).
  • Seven years Rated Operational F-15, F-16, F/A-18, F-22 or F-35 Pilot Experience (Last Flight within 10 Years) or equivalent experience serving as a Weapon Systems Officer (WSO). 
  • JCIDS Requirements experience.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.


It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.

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