13 jobs found in Tehachapi, CA

Standard Job Description Join the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics team as an F-35 Aircraft Weapons Manager for our Edwards Air Force Base flight test site. This position will provide weapons maintenance direction to the F-35 Integrated Test Force on first shift.  Responsibilities include: • Technical direction and oversight of daily flight line operations; interaction with Ops personnel, Ops schedulers, Flight Test Control and Material Review Board Engineers, Quality Engineering, Air Vehicle Managers, Muns and Air Force Production Superintendent(s) and organization leadership. • Coordinates and integrates efforts of the "purple" (Air Force, Lockheed, Government Civilians and Government Contractors) team as well as admin tasks such as performance appraisals, timekeeping, staffing & disciplinary actions for both salaried and hourly personnel.      Manages all facets of aircraft maintenance in support of Depot Field Team modifications. • Scope of responsibilities includes...

Standard Job Description Tests aircraft to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability. Operates models of test aircraft during engineering flight tests, production acceptance, and flight test support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers. Coordinates flight operations efforts. Approves cockpit configuration. May conduct demonstration flights with customers, government officials, or other personnel aboard to exhibit aircraft performance, flying qualities and system capabilities. Come help improve lives from the sky. We are looking for an energetic test pilot who wants to make a difference. You will start by supporting the F-16 test squadron at Edwards AFB, but the position will grow to involve other projects with other aircraft. We want a person who is willing to provide leadership, apply technical acumen, and make us better. Provide mature leadership and guidance in support of the F-16 program. Duties to include: PVI development,...

Supply Technician Project Support -NASA Flight Research Support #9913  Edwards Air Force Base, California, United States Apply     Job Description About the Role  Join Kay & Associates, Inc., a long-standing partner to NASA with over 25 years of dedicated support at the Armstrong Flight Research Center. As a Supply Technician, you will provide essential logistical and supply chain expertise to enable groundbreaking flight research, experimental aircraft testing, and advanced aeronautics missions. Your work will ensure timely access to critical resources—supporting NASA's innovative programs in areas like high-speed flight, sustainable aviation, and next-generation aerospace technologies—at one of the world's leading flight test facilities. Key Responsibilities Direct, develop, and perform project-specific supply support by...

Purpose and Scope:   Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on assigned aircraft.   Essential Responsibilities: Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS. Perform launch, recovery, scheduled and unscheduled inspections/maintenance. Preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, and servicing. Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all systems and components on the aircraft at the organizational level of maintenance. Services aircraft. Performs end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspections. Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment. Removes and installs aircraft components. Performs inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the company aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations,...

Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on assigned aircraft.   Essential Responsibilities: Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS. Perform launch, recovery, scheduled and unscheduled inspections/maintenance. Preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, and servicing. Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all systems and components on the aircraft at the organizational level of maintenance. Services aircraft. Performs end-of-runway, post-flight, preflight, thru-flight, and phase inspections. Troubleshoots and maintains aircraft structures, systems, components, and related equipment. Removes and installs aircraft components. Performs inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on the company aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer and company maintenance manuals...

Job Description Aircraft Mechanic III- Edwards      Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on assigned aircraft.   Responsibilities include, but not limited to:    Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS Work with other mechanics and technical representatives to trouble shoot, diagnose and solve unusual and complex maintenance problems.  Ability to apply logic and good judgment, understand technical order diagrams and procedures, use test equipment for analysis of airframe, engine, flight control, pneudraulic, fuel, electrical/electronic systems, problems.  Plan and schedule aircraft utilization and maintenance activity and coordinates performance with operational customer.   Maintain accurate parts inventory.   Assign maintenance and repair tasks and monitors/evaluates their completion.  Responsibility to oversee and...

Aircraft Mechanic III- Edwards      Performs inspection, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on assigned aircraft.   Responsibilities include, but not limited to:    Adheres to all Technical Orders, GOPs/SOPs, Air Force Instructions, and any other directives identified by Site Management or the PWS Work with other mechanics and technical representatives to trouble shoot, diagnose and solve unusual and complex maintenance problems.  Ability to apply logic and good judgment, understand technical order diagrams and procedures, use test equipment for analysis of airframe, engine, flight control, pneudraulic, fuel, electrical/electronic systems, problems.  Plan and schedule aircraft utilization and maintenance activity and coordinates performance with operational customer.   Maintain accurate parts inventory.   Assign maintenance and repair tasks and monitors/evaluates their completion.  Responsibility to oversee and performs aircraft jacking, lifting, and towing...

GSE Mechanic #10038  Edwards Air Force Base, California, United States Apply         Job Description Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic Job Description The Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, servicing, and maintaining a wide variety of powered and non-powered aerospace ground support equipment used in support of aircraft maintenance and flight operations. This position ensures all equipment is maintained in a safe, operational, and mission-ready condition while complying with technical, environmental, and safety standards. Key Responsibilities Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical malfunctions using technical manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic equipment. Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Ground Support...

Standard Job Description Suports general services, repairs, and overhauls of aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that aircraft are in good mechanical condition and safe for flight. Suports with periodic inspections and general overhaul and repairs or modifications requiring replacement and assembly of parts. Assists with consulting manufacturers' manuals for specifications and determines feasibility of repair or replacement. Requires FAA aircraft and engine mechanic license. In this position of the Integrated Product Support (IPS) IPT Technical Lead, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing the IPT Technical Manuals Writing Team and the associated internal data bases used to develop and deliver technical manuals for a classified system and its new capabilities. The ideal candidate will provide daily management of technical writing personnel, prioritizing key taskings to meet various technical manuals contract deliverables requirements and schedules. The...

Standard Job Description You will be the UAS Pilot - Skunk Works for the which is responsible for advanced unmanned aircraft development and testing. What You Will Be Doing As the UAS Pilot - Skunk Works you will be responsible for providing expert flight‑operations support for experimental, engineering, and production‑acceptance flight tests of Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA). Your responsibilities will include: - Planning, executing, and evaluating flight‑test missions to ensure compliance with specifications and operational suitability. - Delivering classroom, ground, and flight training for customer aircrew and support academic instruction. - Performing technical and mission planning, systems integration, and real‑time troubleshooting during flight operations. - Providing avionics expertise and guidance to engineering, design, development, and marketing teams. - Analyzing test data and recommending improvements to Human‑Machine Interface and ground‑station functionality....

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who is currently enrolled in an aviation or technical education program or someone pursuing a career as a Aircraft Technician. This position under supervision, is responsible for assembly, test, and repair of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and technical orders, procedures, and regulations to ensure customer specifications are met. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include aircraft assembly, test, and repair of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). Must be detail-oriented, deadline sensitive and able to work effectively in a team setting. Perform and assist in installation and test of electro/mechanical actuators,...

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. The AWBS Supervisor is responsible for leading the Aircraft Weight and Balance System (AWBS) function in support of GA-ASI UAV aircraft operations, modifications, and sustainment. This role oversees the accuracy, integrity, and availability of weight and balance data and documentation across the GA-ASI UAV fleet and ensures compliance with applicable technical orders, customer requirements, and company procedures. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Software Oversight: Supervise the operation and sustainment of AWBS software tools, ensuring system data matches weight and balance technical orders. Flight Clearance Assurance: Oversee the generation and verification of Automated Form F (AFF) for each mission, ensuring aircraft remain within safety...

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who is currently enrolled in an aviation or technical education program or someone pursuing a career as a Aircraft Technician. This position under supervision, is responsible for assembly, test, and repair of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and technical orders, procedures, and regulations to ensure customer specifications are met. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include aircraft assembly, test, and repair of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). Must be detail-oriented, deadline sensitive and able to work effectively in a team setting. Perform and assist in installation and test of electro/mechanical...