Senior team member responsible for coaching and training F-16 Aircraft Mechanics, assisting in the incorporation of new work scope into the site, and identifying opportunities to improve site operations.  Responsible for aircraft recovery, parking, safing, and preparing for depot induction and delivery; safe towing operations; aircraft post-flight and preflight inspections, aircraft refueling, engine run, launch, and recovery operations; assisting other team members in aircraft structural and avionic/electrical modifications, upgrades, and repairs; Performing aircraft maintenance, including, but not limited to, aircraft servicing, repair, inspection; status reporting, technical, and logistical support. 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coaches and trains other F-16 Aircraft Mechanics 
• Assists in developing work cards, work instructions, job aids, and operation sequencing
• Reads, interprets, and adheres to technical orders, manuals, blueprints, service bulletins, and other related documentation.
• Perform applicable F-16-related maintenance tasks, including special certification & qualification tasks, e.g., engine runs, servicing or aircraft towing in accordance with applicable F-16 technical orders.
• Complete scheduled and unscheduled F-16 maintenance, parts ordering, and other aircraft functions.
• Perform routine duties within the first echelon of aircraft supervision, such as aircraft servicing, including hydraulics, engine oil, lubrication, fuel, canopy cleaning, wheel/tire replacement, brakes, and light bulbs.
• Troubleshoot and assist with the repair, replacement, and rebuilding of aircraft structures and components.
• Service aircraft as prescribed in applicable F-16 Technical Orders.
• Interact with the company Maintenance Operation Center (MOC), the customer, and other program representatives in matters concerning aircraft airworthiness, operational readiness, and aircraft systems troubleshooting.
• All other duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Diverse Mindset
• Building relationships and partnerships
• Focus
• Accountability
• Building confidence & integrity

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Must meet one of the following requirements:
  
  • A Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
  • An Associate's degree plus 6 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
  • High School Diploma plus 10 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
• F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Must have experience with working from blueprint drawings, diagrams, specifications, service manuals, sketches, templates, and other incomplete data. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to waist level and 30 pounds to shoulder height.
• Must be able to lift and carry parts, tooling, and other awkward items sometimes weighing up to 50 lbs, including walking up and down stairs, aircraft maintenance stands, and platforms
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.