14 aviation jobs found

Standard Job Description Performs periodic and scheduled tests, inspections, and maintenance on aircrew flight equipment including, but not limited to, parachutes, survival kits, helmets, oxygen masks, and pressure suits. Ensures proper size and fitment of aircrew ensemble. Works directly with aircrew to troubleshoot and resolve problems with flight equipment. Certifies aircrew flight equipment as safe for flight. Properly records all inspection and maintenance actions. Utilizes basic hand tools, technical data, blueprints, and vendor instructions to perform tasks. Occasionally works irregular shifts to support flying operations Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Graduate of applicable military technical school.: Experience in Aircrew Flight Equipment: Experience in Flightline Operations: Use of Air Force Technical Orders or Equivalent such as Manuals.: Desired Skills: U-2 Pilot Equipment Explosives Handling Egress System experience/qualifications (e.g. ejection...

Standard Job Description This classification requires on the job training and performance of diverse assignments related to Flight Safety Survival Equipment Technician activities for the purpose of acquiring training and experience to satisfactorily perform the distinguishing requirements of the classification. Must possess licenses or certifications as required. Services, repairs and overhauls aircraft ejection seat to ensure airworthiness. Removes/installs canopies, ejection seats, performs periodic maintenance of all cockpit egress and life support systems of moderate difficulty, such as seats, canopies, CADs, heating/cooling systems, utilizing hand tools. Properly records all inspection and maintenance actions. Utilizes basic hand tools, technical data, blueprints, and vendor instructions to perform tasks. Occasionally works irregular shifts to support operations. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Graduate of applicable military technical school Explosive/CAD...

Standard Job Description Responsible for F-22 Flight Test avionics/electrical maintenance efforts at Edwards AFB, California. -Performs the operational check-out of avionics/electrical systems prior to or after installation on F-22 aircraf. The alignment,testing, modification, diagnosis, and correction of causes of trouble in such systems. The construction, modification, calibration, and testing of electronic testing equipment on F-22 aircraft.  Must be able to make complete operational test of avionics/electronics equipment and test equipment including major troubleshooting. Modifies electronic equipment as required by customer specifications. Responsible for complete operational check-out of at least one major production, prototype, new or modified electronic system prior to or after installation on the airplane. Diagnoses malfunctioning and performs rework, repair, adjustment, replacement of parts indicated as necessary by results of the checks through use of volt ohmmeters,...

The F-35 is the first tactical aircraft system to have sustainment tools designed in concert with the air vehicle to optimize operations. This focus on sustainment, together with economies of scale realized from a global supply chain for more than 3,000 aircraft, will help control the costs associated with maintaining a fleet of 5th Generation fighters. *** Interim Secret Clearance Required Prior to Start *** This position will be part of the aircraft maintenance team supporting the F-35 at Edwards Airforce Base, CA flight test site. As a team member you will be involved in maintaining all aspects of the aircraft to include F-35 scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, aircraft modification, inspection, wire repair, and troubleshooting. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Minimum 5 years broad hands-on working experience in a 5 or 7 skill level USAF AFSC, Navy NEC, or Marine MOS avionics discipline or equivalent commercial experience such an FAA instrumentation license or...

Standard Job Description Job Details You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Manufacturing Planning Team, which is responsible for translating engineering data into clear, actionable work instructions. What you Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for turning technical drawings, models, and specifications into practical production sequences and detailed documentation. Your responsibilities will include: Analyze engineering drawings, models, specifications, and related references to define optimal operations and sequences Develop comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation for machine parts, composite assemblies, airframe structures, aircraft systems, and related processes Apply shop theory and manufacturing best practices to select tooling, methods, and process flows that maximize efficiency Collaborate with designers, production engineers, Engineering, Planning, Tool Design, Tool Shops, and Production to ensure...

Standard Job Description Job Details You will be the Manufacturing Planner for the Manufacturing Planning Team, which is responsible for translating engineering data into clear, actionable work instructions. What you Will Be Doing As the Manufacturing Planner you will be responsible for turning technical drawings, models, and specifications into practical production sequences and detailed documentation. Your responsibilities will include: Analyze engineering drawings, models, specifications, and related references to define optimal operations and sequences Develop comprehensive work instructions and supporting documentation for machine parts, composite assemblies, airframe structures, aircraft systems, and related processes Apply shop theory and manufacturing best practices to select tooling, methods, and process flows that maximize efficiency Collaborate with designers, production engineers, Engineering, Planning, Tool Design, Tool Shops, and Production to ensure...

Standard Job Description You will be the Field and Service Mechanic for the Aircraft Maintenance Team supporting the JSF program which is responsible for maintaining F-35 fleet readiness at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. What You Will Be Doing As the Field and Service Mechanic you will be responsible for delivering high‑impact sustainment and weapons loading operations for 5th‑Generation aircraft. Your responsibilities will include: Inspecting, servicing, repairing, overhauling, modifying, and fabricating aircraft components to ensure airworthiness. Loading, unloading, inspecting, and securing precision‑guided munitions, 25 mm gun ammunition, telemetry stores, and Alternate Mission Equipment. Operating specialized ground equipment, perform functional checks on armament circuits, and enforce Technical Orders and safety directives. Maintaining weapons certification and attend required load training. Preventing Foreign Object Debris and ensure strict compliance with...

Standard Job Description You will be the U-2 Aircraft Modification Technician for the Aircraft Modification Team which is responsible for delivering precise electrical and avionics modifications to U-2 Aircraft stationed at Beale AFB, California. What You Will Be Doing: As the U-2 Aircraft Modification Technician you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of aircraft electrical, avionics, and system integrity while supporting modification, upgrade, and overhaul efforts. Your responsibilities will include: - Perform troubleshooting, installation, repair, and maintenance of U-2 electrical, avionics, landing gear, flight controls, and hydraulic systems. - Execute maintenance actions in compliance with technical orders, fault isolation manuals, and local operational instructions. - Document all work in maintenance data collection systems and ensure accuracy of records. - Maintain aircraft readiness by overseeing all maintenance performed on assigned aircraft....

Standard Job Description The F-35 is the first tactical aircraft system to have sustainment tools designed in concert with the air vehicle to optimize operations. This focus on sustainment, together with economies of scale realized from a global supply chain for more than 3,000 aircraft, will help control the costs associated with maintaining a fleet of 5th Generation fighters. This position will be part of the aircraft maintenance team supporting the JSF program at Edwards Air Force Base, CA. This position will require employee to work in a team environment maintaining F-35 aircraft. Tasks will include items such as aircraft Inspection, servicing, repair, overhaul, modification, fabrication and weapon loading as required. *** Interim Secret Clearance Required Prior to Start ***  Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Minimum 5 years broad hands-on working experience in a 5 or 7 skill level USAF AFSC, Navy NEC, or Marine MOS maintenance discipline or equivalent commercial...

Standard Job Description What You Will Be Doing You will be the U-2  Aircraft Electrical/Avionics Technician for the Aircraft Modification Team which is responsible for delivering precise electrical and avionics modifications to U-2 Aircraft stationed at Beale AFB, California. As the U-2 Aircraft Electrical/Avionics Technician you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of aircraft electrical, avionics, and system integrity while supporting modification, upgrade, and overhaul efforts. Your responsibilities will include: - Perform troubleshooting, installation, repair, and maintenance of U-2 electrical, avionics, landing gear, flight controls, and hydraulic systems. - Execute maintenance actions in compliance with technical orders, fault isolation manuals, and local operational instructions. - Document all work in maintenance data collection systems and ensure accuracy of records. - Maintain aircraft readiness by overseeing all maintenance performed on...

Standard Job Description The F-35 is the first tactical aircraft system to have sustainment tools designed in concert with the air vehicle to optimize operations. This focus on sustainment, together with economies of scale realized from a global supply chain for more than 3,000 aircraft, will help control the costs associated with maintaining a fleet of 5th Generation fighters. *** Interim Secret Clearance Required Prior to Start *** This position will be part of the aircraft maintenance team supporting the F-35 at Edwards Airforce Base, CA flight test site. As a team member you will be involved in maintaining all aspects of the aircraft to include F-35 scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, aircraft modification, inspection, wire repair, and troubleshooting. Qualifications Basic Qualifications: Minimum 5 years broad hands-on working experience in a 5 or 7 skill level USAF AFSC, Navy NEC, or Marine MOS avionics discipline or equivalent commercial experience such an FAA...

Standard Job Description F-16 Aircraft Maintenance Specialist (Crew Chief) responsible for daily flight and maintenance requirements of F-16 aircraft. Provide for the launch, recovery, and preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, engine runs, and servicing. Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all electro-mechanical systems and components on the aircraft. Will be required to perform differing repair functions as required. This includes but is not limited to: major maintenance, landing gear, flight control surfaces and periodic inspections. Will provide technical guidance and OJT to customer technicians. May be required to perform other duties at manager’s discretion. Candidates must be willing and able to participate in all set-up activities, assist with receiving and storing supplies and support equipment. Environmental/weather conditions can be extreme during different seasons. The site is a secure compound...

Standard Job Description Duties: F-16 Aircraft Maintenance Specialist (Crew Chief) responsible for daily flight and maintenance requirements of F-16 aircraft. Provide for the launch, recovery, and preflight/thru flight/BPO inspections, ground handling, minor maintenance, engine runs, and servicing. Perform routine troubleshooting, installation, repair and maintenance of all electro-mechanical systems and components on the aircraft. Will be required to perform differing repair functions as required. This includes but is not limited to: major maintenance, landing gear, flight control surfaces and periodic inspections. Will provide technical guidance and OJT to customer technicians. May be required to perform other duties at manager’s discretion. Candidates must be willing and able to participate in all set-up activities, assist with receiving and storing supplies and support equipment. Environmental/weather conditions can be extreme during different seasons. The site is a secure...

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is...