Lockheed Martin

Aircraft Structural Mechanic (Helicopter)

Lockheed Martin$69K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical school or military aviation training preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years of structural mechanic experience on rotary-wing aircraft.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Perform structural maintenance, repair, and modification on rotary-wing aircraft according to technical manuals.
  • Conduct sheet metal and composite repairs, including cutting, drilling, riveting, and bonding.
  • Carry out depot-level heavy maintenance repairs, encompassing disassembly, inspection, refurbishment, and reassembly.
  • Support aircraft modification projects by installing structural reinforcements and custom configurations.
  • Perform damage assessment and develop repair solutions in compliance with OEM requirements.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and technical data for complex structural work.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments for tasks.
  • Collaborate with engineers and inspectors to ensure aircraft readiness.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Flexible work arrangements (e.g., 4x10 schedules).
  • 401(k) matching.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Parental leave and EAP services.
  • Flexible spending accounts and education assistance.
  • Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
Full 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.
Troubleshoots, repairs and services aircraft and engine systems and may be responsible for inspection. Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams and maintenance manuals. May maintain FAA required records, manuals, and inspection forms. May fuel and groom the aircraft. May perform aircraft maintenance. A&P license may be required. Oversees all inspections and maintenance on the Corporate aircraft to ensure adherence to FAA and manufacturers requirements and guidelines.

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.


Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $69400.00 - $128800.00

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.

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Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security company that engages in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced technology systems and products. It also provides a range of management, engineering, technical, scientific, logistic, and information services. The company operates in four business segments: Aeronautics, Electronic Systems, Information Systems and Global Services, and Space Systems. Lockheed Martin was formed in 1995 from the merger of Lockheed Corporation and Martin Marietta. In September 2008, Lockheed Martin Corporation acquired Aculight Corporation. In January 2009, it completed its acquisition of Universal Systems & Technology, Inc. (UNITECH). In August 2009, it completed its acquisition of Gyrocam Systems LLC (Gyrocam). Gyrocam develops and supplies gyrostabilized optical surveillance systems and sustainment field services, principally to the United States military. Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, a unit of the Company's Electronic Systems business area, would manage the Gyrocam business.

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1995
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