Aircraft Low Observable/Structural, F-22 - Level 3

Job Description

What You Will Be Doing

This position is located at Langley AFB, Virginia, supporting the F-22 modification, repair, overhaul, and low observable aircraft production lines.

Additional job requirements and responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Read and interpret F-22 engineering drawings, technical manuals, structure repair manuals, understanding symbols, flags, and general notes
• Identify aircraft locations by station, butt-line, and waterline as shown on engineering documentation and technical orders.
• Work with precision measuring instruments, micrometers, calipers, tape measures, and standard scales.
• Utilizes tools to include but not limited to drills, angle motors, shears, drill press, and pneumatic riveter.
• Bonding of aircraft parts, assemblies and materials on complete and incomplete aircraft where methods and operational sequences are not established, complete information is not readily available, and tooling is not provided or is inadequate, exercising a complete knowledge of bonding practices, procedures, makes layouts and locates parts and material for exacting fit where critical surface contours, edge distances or coordinated dimensions must be established and maintained;
• completes all bonding operations exercising ingenuity in determining the most efficient fabrication and assembly methods;
• verifies application / condition of installed materials for conformity to specifications and determines material and time required to perform repairs;

removes, takes corrective action and makes re-installations where design and modification changes.

• Sets up and operates various types of material testers and mixers.
• Record data and procedural information for future use by others. Improvises shop aids to facilitate fabrication, application or assembly operations.
• Perform LO / SAS maintenance which may also include fabricating shims, brackets and plates as required and performs assembly operations such as sanding, trimming, filing, drilling, riveting, reforming, painting and fitting of parts and details, and removing burrs or other surface imperfections as required.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD-free work area.

Physical Demands :

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.

• Must be a US Citizen. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
• Must have an Interim Secret Clearance prior to starting.

What’s In It For You

We offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

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 dream big, work hard, and have fun doing what you love then we want to build a better tomorrow with you.

Who You Are

This role is suited for individuals who are not only passionate about aviation but also thrive in a multicultural and dynamic setting.

If you possess a blend of technical expertise, cultural curiosity, and a love for aviation and teamwork, we encourage you to apply and embark on a rewarding journey with us.

Our Commitment to DEI

We Hear You, We See You. At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we invest in people and promoting the sharing of ideas to create incredible solutions.

We know that our success depends on the combined efforts of diverse-thinkers like you! At Lockheed Martin Aeronautics, we cultivate an inclusive environment that appreciates differences and unique thinking.

Desired skills

F-18 / 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