Standard Job Description
You will be the Low Observable/Structural Technician, F‑22 – Level 4 for the Low Observable Structures team which is responsible for supporting the F‑22 modification, repair, overhaul, and low observable aircraft production lines at Langley AFB, Virginia.
What You Will Be Doing:
As the Low Observable/Structural Technician, F‑22 – Level 4 you will be responsible for delivering precise structural work on the F‑22 fleet while collaborating with engineering and production teams.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Interpret F‑22 engineering drawings, technical manuals, and repair manuals to locate aircraft structures and guide repair actions.
- Operate precision measuring instruments and a variety of hand‑ and power‑tools (drills, angle motors, pneumatic riveters, etc.) to fabricate, assemble, and bond aircraft components.
- Perform low‑observable/SAS maintenance, including fabrication of shims, brackets, plates, and execution of sanding, drilling, riveting, painting, and fitting tasks.
- Record data, procedural information, and create improvised shop aids to ensure repeatable, high‑quality work.
- Maintain a safe, clean, FOD‑free work environment while adhering to all security and citizenship requirements.
What’s In It For You:
We are committed to supporting your work‑life balance and overall well‑being, offering flexible scheduling options. <a href=https://www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/working-here#benefits>Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.</a>
Do you want to be part of a company culture that empowers employees to think big, lead with a growth mindset, and make the impossible a reality? We provide the resources and give you the flexibility to enable inspiration and focus – if you have the passion and courage to work hard and have fun doing what you love, then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.
Further Information About This Opportunity:
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN ‑ This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must have an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting and the ability to obtain a Final Secret.
Physical Demands:
This position may include certain required health screenings and immunizations. Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist.
Basic Qualifications
The following Basic Qualifications are skills that a candidate must possess to be considered for this position:
- 5th Generation Fighter Aircraft Sheet Metal Experience, and or Low Observable Coatings application experience and training, 5 or 7 Skill level USAF AFSC, Navy NEC, or Marine MOS discipline rating or an equivalent Air frame and Power Plant, FAA certificate or equivalent 7 years experience
Desired Skills
The following Desired Skills are not required but are those skills that would set a candidate apart from the other candidates:
- F-18/F-15/F-22/F-35 Experience Low Observable Coatings application experience and training
- Corrosion Control application experience and training, Knowledgeable of Tool Control, FOD, Supply, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security programs
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $33.37 - $61.92
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.