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Job Description
Aircraft Mechanic I Lockheed Martin Corporation - 4.0 Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits Paid jury duty Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Flextime Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Flexible schedule Qualifications Equipment service recordkeeping Mechanical blueprint interpretation Maintenance activity documentation Parts drawings
Full Job Description JOB ID:
730984BR Date posted: Jun. 11, 2026
Description:
You will be the Aircraft Mechanic I for the
SOF GLSS
team. Our team is responsible for performing maintenance, troubleshooting, and modifications on aircraft to ensure flight safety and mission readiness. What You Will Be Doing As the Aircraft Mechanic I you will be responsible for executing a variety of maintenance tasks on rotary‑wing platforms supporting Special Operations Forces. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and modifications on H-6, H-60 and H-47, including landing gear, flight controls and surfaces, anti-icing systems, pneudraulic systems, engines, auxiliary power units, and ventilation and heating systems. Repairing, replacing, or rebuilding aircraft components such as drive systems, control systems, engines, and engine parts to maintain aircraft integrity and performance. Interpreting and applying information from maintenance manuals, service bulletins, engineering drawings, and technical data to guide maintenance activities. Conducting preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight inspections to ensure aircraft are ready for operation, perform safely during flight, and are properly secured after landing. Why Join Us This position supports our Special Operations Forces - Global Logistics Support Services contract, the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. (opens in new window) (opens in new window) Further Information About This Opportunity This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location. (opens in new window) (opens in new window)
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN
- This position is located at a facility that requires special access. The selected candidate must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. A company‑sponsored interim Secret clearance is required to start.
Basic Qualifications:
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical orders, and service bulletins. Ability to accurately document maintenance activities, including describing the work performed in maintenance records and military documentation systems. Experience in working in a fast-paced team environment as well as the ability to work independently, with a focus on meeting schedule-sensitive operational goals in support of military operational units. Capability to safely jack, tow, and handle aircraft and large components; physical ability to perform the required labor. Effective teamwork and independent work habits, with readiness for varying shift structures and travel. Must possess or be eligible for the required security clearance. Candidate MUST have the ability to travel as dictated by mission needs and customer support.
/ AH/MH-6, AH-64, OH-58D, or other Service Rotary Wing assets. Expertise in performing troubleshooting, dimensional checks, repairing, and overhauling components. Repairing and modifying structural components and assemblies. Working on precision and close tolerance components, which require high accuracy and attention to detail. Repairing and modifying functional spare parts and assemblies to ensure they are in good working condition. Experience with service engines and airframe components in a flightline support role, making repairs as needed to keep the aircraft in operating condition. This role will require occasional or regular travel to support mission needs and customer support.
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:
4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. 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. At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility. If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level:
Hourly/Non-Exempt Business Unit:
MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL
(S0806)
Relocation Available:
No Career Area:
Manufacturing Type:
Full-Time Shift:
First At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.
Pioneering Defense Technology:
From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.
United By Culture:
Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another's perspectives to win for our customers.
Real Impact, Real Growth:
Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life:
Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond. Empowered to
Be Your Best:
Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet. Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer: Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
