Job Description
THE WORK
We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Structural Mechanic with helicopter maintenance experience to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a wide range of structural maintenance tasks, including routine inspections, basic repairs, heavy depot-level maintenance, and aircraft modifications. This position requires strong technical knowledge, precision, and adherence to FAA, DoD, and company standards. This position requires a significant amount of travel.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform structural maintenance, repair, and modification on rotary-wing aircraft in accordance with technical manuals, drawings, and specifications.
• Conduct sheet metal and composite repairs, including cutting, drilling, riveting, and bonding of aircraft structures and components.
• Carry out depot-level heavy maintenance repairs, including disassembly, inspection, refurbishment, and reassembly of major structural assemblies.
• Support aircraft modification projects, including installation of structural reinforcements, mission equipment, and custom configurations.
• Perform damage assessment and develop appropriate repair solutions in compliance with OEM and regulatory requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical data to perform complex structural work.
• Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to complete assigned tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality assurance, and maintenance documentation standards.
• Collaborate with engineers, inspectors, and other maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft are airworthy and mission-ready.
Basic Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical school or military aviation training preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of structural mechanic experience on rotary-wing aircraft (military or civilian).
• Experience with depot-level maintenance and structural modifications highly desired.
• Proficiency in sheet metal fabrication, composite repairs, riveting, and structural assembly.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of FAA, DoD, or OEM maintenance procedures and standards.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to lift, stand, and work in confined areas as required.
• Current Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License preferred but not required.
Desired skills
Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Dedication to safety and compliance standards.
Work Schedule Information
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.
National Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $86,200 - $151,915. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. (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.
Premium Pay Statement
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California and New York is $99,100 - $165,140. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information 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 and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
