Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Aircraft Structures Mechanic to join our team at the Marine Corps Air Station in Iwakuni, Japan. This role involves performing O-Level Corrosion control on 5th generation Fighter Jets (F-35 Aircraft), conducting inspections, coordinating maintenance efforts, and ensuring the timely return of aircraft to mission capable status.

Responsibilities

• Perform O-Level Corrosion control on 5th generation Fighter Jets (F-35 Aircraft).
• Conduct Outer Mold Line (OML) inspections, coating system repair, and corrosion control inspections.
• Coordinate maintenance efforts with the Maintenance Operation Center (MOC).
• Plan and coordinate shop workload, dispatching personnel as required.
• Ensure the use of adequate technical data during all phases of aircraft maintenance.
• Monitor the status of aircraft and coordinate efforts with subordinate personnel and MOC.
• Review QC reports and implement corrective measures to improve maintenance quality.
• Conduct inspections of aircraft and system maintenance to ensure quality and completeness.
• Annotate maintenance actions in aircraft records and document in ALIS.
• Review training products for accuracy and schedule personnel for required training.
• Assist in researching and requisitioning aircraft parts and components.
• Review aircraft and equipment records to ensure required maintenance is performed.
• Plan and coordinate wash, PMB, and paint schedules.
• Establish and maintain a sound corrosion program, inspect completed work, and evaluate employee performance.

• Current secret clearance.
• 1+ years experience on fifth-generation fighter jets (F-22/F-35).
• Structural and corrosion control experience.
• Experience in CDI and CDQAR roles.
• Crew Chief experience with supervisory skills.

• Experience with F-35, F-22, F/A-18 Super Hornet, and F-16 aircraft.
• Skills in riveting, bucking rivets, drilling, and removing/replacing fasteners.
• Experience in corrosion control, corrosion prevention, and sheet metal repair.
• Ability to annotate maintenance actions in ALIS documentation.

You will have the opportunity to work overseas in Japan with a generous relocation bonus and sign-on bonus. Enjoy 14 days of initial housing, 11 paid holidays plus 5 paid floating holidays, and the ability to participate in the companys retirement plan. After six months of employment, you will receive an annual round trip fare back to the United States. We provide a supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and development.

Work Environment

The position is based at the Marine Corps Air Station in Iwakuni, Japan. You will work a 40-hour week with shifts starting at 0730 for day shift and 1530 for night shift. The work involves a structured environment where safety, tool control, and proper disposal of materials are prioritized. The dress code includes appropriate attire for aircraft maintenance work.

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $67000.00

- Opportunity to work overseas in Japan!
- $8,500 relocation bonus paid out on first payroll
- $5,000 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment
- If traveling from outside of Japan, your initial travel lodging and flight cost are paid for a solo traveler for hire.
- 14 Days of initial housing is provided
- 11 paid holidays + 5 Paid Floating Holidays
- Able to participate in the companys retirement plan following 90 days of service in accordance with company policy.
- One solo employee annual round trip fare back to the United States following six months of employment. Travel is in accordance with S&K travel policy and arranged through your upline and must be preapproved. Use of accrued PTO is allowable to cover the absence, not to exceed two weeks.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 3, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.