Job Description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is seeking an **Aircraft Low Observable Mechanic (level 1)** to join our diverse team of professionals located at **Edwards AFB, CA** . You will be responsible for all aircraft low observable outer mold line structures, materials and applications. You may also receive additional training and be cross utilized into general aircraft maintenance to fulfill the daily activities and duties required to meet contract requirements. **Responsibilities:** + Prepares composite or metallic surfaces for coating applications by performing various operations such as sanding, stripping, applying vacuum, performing porosity testing, masking and other preparation tasks. + Mixes and applies sealants, gap fillers and any other required processes prior to painting which may require the use of heating devices. + Mix and apply paints and other coatings at the proper spraying consistency. + Apply additional surface details to manufacturer specifications. + Performs or coordinates component-level testing for specification compliance after applications have been completed. + May perform similar duties in aircraft build, modification or maintenance role. + Aircraft maintenance tasks include performing minor structural repairs and modifications, troubleshoots, repairs, and services aircraft and engine systems, and performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations. **Basic Qualifications:** + Must have a High School diploma or equivalent and some military / professional education in the Aviation and Aerospace industry. + Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid U.S. passport. + Must be willing and accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 180 days away from primary work location. + Must meet medical requirements for worldwide travel. + This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small, confined spaces + Must be able to pass a physical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain. necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements. + Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year. + Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). + Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Program access (SAP) clearance within 365 days from the commencement of employment. + Must have completed the Low Observable College of the Canyons Pathway program prior to the commencement of employment. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Aviation and Aerospace Industry Operational experience is preferred over manufacturing or production, but all candidates will be considered

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Holiday work, Contract work, Worldwide, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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