Aircraft Mechanic 3 LO/Structures (OCONUS - Europe) - OneTenCoalition
Falls Church, VA
About the Job
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.
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 (LO/Structures) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located OCONUS - Europe.
Job Description
Your duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Installs detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, and patches. Modifies major structural components such ribs, stiffeners, longerons, straps and skins using shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation as required . Modifies composite aircraft parts and assemblies while exercising a complete knowledge of bonding practices, procedures, layouts and understands how to locate parts and material for exacting fit where critical surface contours, edge distances or coordinated dimensions and tolerances to 0.005" must be established and maintained.
Repair aircraft metallic and composite structural defects/damages secondary to aircraft operations and corrosion. Reads and interprets engineering drawings, technical manuals, structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes. Identifies aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders. Utilizes precision measuring instruments, micrometers, calipers, and standard scales. Candidate will have extensive and recent experience utilizing tools to include but not limited to drills, angle motors, shears, drill press, and pneumatic riveter. Will be familiar with a variety of aircraft materials such as aluminum, steel, titanium, plastic and advanced composites.
Verifies application/condition of installed LO materials for conformity to specifications and determines material and time required to perform repairs; removes, takes corrective action and makes reinstallations where design and modification changes. Sets up and operates various types of material testers and mixers.
Duties are performed as part of a team responsible for depot level modifications and/or O-level flight line support performed at customer locations. As part of the team, members are expected to assist in other technical disciplines as requested by team leads or management.
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Salary Range: $57,200 - $95,400
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 (LO/Structures) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located OCONUS - Europe.
Job Description
Your duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Installs detail parts such as shims, splices, gussets, angles, brackets, doublers, and patches. Modifies major structural components such ribs, stiffeners, longerons, straps and skins using shop aids to facilitate assembly and installation as required . Modifies composite aircraft parts and assemblies while exercising a complete knowledge of bonding practices, procedures, layouts and understands how to locate parts and material for exacting fit where critical surface contours, edge distances or coordinated dimensions and tolerances to 0.005" must be established and maintained.
Repair aircraft metallic and composite structural defects/damages secondary to aircraft operations and corrosion. Reads and interprets engineering drawings, technical manuals, structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes. Identifies aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders. Utilizes precision measuring instruments, micrometers, calipers, and standard scales. Candidate will have extensive and recent experience utilizing tools to include but not limited to drills, angle motors, shears, drill press, and pneumatic riveter. Will be familiar with a variety of aircraft materials such as aluminum, steel, titanium, plastic and advanced composites.
Verifies application/condition of installed LO materials for conformity to specifications and determines material and time required to perform repairs; removes, takes corrective action and makes reinstallations where design and modification changes. Sets up and operates various types of material testers and mixers.
Duties are performed as part of a team responsible for depot level modifications and/or O-level flight line support performed at customer locations. As part of the team, members are expected to assist in other technical disciplines as requested by team leads or management.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have high school diploma or equivalent (GED) with a minimum of 4 Years of airframes/sheet metal experience.
- Air Force 5 or 7 Level, US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P).
- Ability to read and interpret technical data.
- Must have an Active Secret Clearance or higher (US Citizenship required ).
- Ability to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year.
- Able to meet the physical demands of this position, including: regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist.
Preferred Qualifications:
- DoD Intermediate level sheet metal/structures/airframes experience, or commercial/industry equivalent.
- F-35 structural repair/corrosion and Low Observables (LO) experience.
Salary Range: $57,200 - $95,400
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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