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Airframe Structure Mechanic

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$23.50 - $30.75/hr

Utilize aircraft tooling to perform precision sheet metal operations and installations. * Install ... hours with managements approval. * Makes proper entries in Production and Planning Logs.

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Aircraft Structural Mechanic I

Aircraft Structural Mechanic I

Lockheed Martin

Lexington, KY • On-site

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Lockheed Martin rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 379 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 60 rated aerospace companies


Job description

You will be an Aircraft Structural Mechanic. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a highly 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:



  • The Aircraft Structural Mechanic is responsible for modifying, repairing, and maintaining the structural configurations of H6, H60, and H47 rotarywing aircraft. You will execute scheduled and unscheduled inspections, structural repairs, and modifications on airframe structures and components, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards and supporting missioncritical operational readiness.

  • Perform highcomplexity modifications to frames, beams, fuselage, wings, tail assemblies, landinggear attachments, doors, and hatches using riveting, fastening, trimming, sanding, bonding, and composite repair techniques.

  • Lead inspections for structural damage, corrosion, cracks, and other defects; execute removal, treatment, and preventative programs; provide technical guidance to junior mechanics.

  • Fabricate, install, and replace sheetmetal and composite panels, fairings, and structural components per engineering drawings and service bulletins.

  • Conduct and certify phase, isochronal, and periodic inspections; identify earlylifelimit concerns and recommend corrective actions.

  • 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.

  • Lead rigging tasks to verify proper alignment of airframe assemblies and control surfaces after repairs or modifications.

  • Perform final QA checks, verify compliance with airworthiness standards, and release aircraft for flight.

  • Provide structural repairs in both flightline and depot environments; coordinate with depot shops for major repairs and backshop support.

  • Train, mentor, and supervise LevelI Aircraft Structural Mechanics; allocate work, review technical data, and ensure safety compliance.

  • Adapt to shift variations, travel, and deployment requirements; support multiple aircraft types as mission needs dictate.


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: SOF GLSS.


Further Information About This Opportunity


This position is in 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.


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As a global security and aerospace company, the majority of Lockheed Martin's business is with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. federal government agencies.The remaining portion of Lockheed Martin's business is comprised of international government and commercial sales of products, services and platforms.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bethesda, MD, US

Year founded

1912