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Lockheed Martin F-35 Ground Support Equipment Mechanic in Eglin AFB, Florida

Description: Who We Are:

At Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems, we are driven by innovation and integrity. We believe in applying the highest standards of business ethics and visionary thinking to reach our goals. We value your skills, training, and education, and we foster a culture that inspires employees to think big, perform with excellence, and build incredible products. If you have the passion and courage to dream big, we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

What We're Doing:

The Joint Strike Fighter (F-35) Ground Support Equipment team at Eglin AFB, FL, is seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of JSF Support Equipment (SE) Ground Support Mechanic. In this role, you will play a critical part in supporting the maintenance and operation of ground support equipment for the F-35 aircraft, contributing to the success of one of the most advanced fighter jet programs in the world.

The Work:

As a JSF Support Equipment (SE) Ground Support Mechanic, you will:

• Perform assembly, installation, maintenance, and repairs on program-provided ground support equipment for the F-35 aircraft.

• Locate and diagnose failures, replace defective components, and conduct basic troubleshooting using standard electronic equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions.

• Maintain the upkeep of F-35 ground support equipment, including performing occasional nonstandard maintenance based on the nature of the maintenance need.

• Keep appropriate maintenance, inventory, and repair logs, and enter data into the Logistics Management System to document maintenance actions performed on equipment.

• Conduct familiarization of equipment theory and operation to the customer during day-to-day operations.

• Participate in equipment training classes at other F-35 locations and support short-term regional deployments in support of customers, which may require infrequent travel.

Who You Are:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Prior experience in assembly, installation, maintenance, and repair of ground support equipment or similar mechanical systems.

• Proficiency in using a variety of hand, power, and test equipment.

• Ability to interpret detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, and manuals.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to diagnose and resolve equipment failures.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to operate in a constantly evolving maintenance environment.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in support of the F-35 aircraft program.

• Lockheed Martin provides resources, inspiration, and focus for employees who have the passion and courage to dream big and build a better tomorrow.

• Chance to be part of a culture that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.

• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

If you are interested in joining a team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence, and if you have the skills and determination to contribute to the success of the F-35 program, we encourage you to apply.

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum 4 years experience with AGE / GSE equipment maintenance with USAF, USMC, or USN

Ability to frequently lift / pull / push equipment over 50lbs

Ability to acquire and maintain a local flightline drivers certification

Capable of working in hazardous flightline environment

Candidate must be willing and able to support operations on both Dayshift / Swingshift / midshift, depending on shop / customer needs

Desired Skills:

Prior military flightline maintenance experience in AGE / GSE sustainment preferred.

Excellent communication skills

Keen ability to be a self-starter

Certified in Refrigerant service and reclamation - CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing Certificate

Support Equipment data management experience;

Familiarity with DoD maintenance manuals;

Experience with military standard maintenance practices

Strong personal work ethic and maintenance quality mindset.

Proficient using MS Office Software including; Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word & Outlook; Highly computer literate

Experience using engineering drawings and technical data.

Knowledge of industrial and aircraft maintenance safety standards

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: Non- standard 40 hour work week as assigned by leader

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: RMS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Technicians

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First

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