CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 – Powerplants
Quick Summary
• Be subject to work first, second, third, or weekend shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. • Being able to depart on temporary duty assignments— on short notice.
Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an CLS - F-35 Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 – Powerplants to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Aircraft Solutions Business Unit at MCAS Miramar. Your Mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on the F-35.
Responsibilities
~1 min read• Perform a multitude of ground handling duties such as, but not limited to, taxi directing of aircraft, towing of aircraft, refueling of aircraft, securing/un-securing of aircraft, etc.
• Assist in pre-flight/post flight inspection of the aircraft.
• Assist in start-up/shut down of the aircraft.
Requirements
~2 min read• US Navy or Marine Corps CDI, Air Force 5 or 7 Level, or equivalent Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) Certification.
• Six or more years F-22, F-18, F-15, AV-8B, or F-35 powerplants and/or Crew Chief Experience.
• U. S. Navy or U. S. Marine Corps experience with thorough understanding of F-35 Fighter Aircraft Systems and operations under COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 and 4790.35.
• F-135 Power plant engine run certification, F-35 fuel systems experience.
• F-135 engine and Rolls-Royce Liftfan Systems removal & installation experience.
• F-35 Power Plants Systems Technician Course (N56WN22) or equivalent.
• Aviation Machinist Mate Common Core Class A1 (N236982), or F-35
Aircraft Mechanic Organizational Maintenance Course (M16WN21 / M17WNC2) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills and experience in a Military-focused Customer Service-Related Industry.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $131,900.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $66,600–$111,000 a year
- 18% above the $75,460 median for Aircraft Mechanic jobs on Jobera (78 salaries).
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 29, 2026
- First seen
- October 29, 2026
- Last seen
- November 1, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 2
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 63%
- Scored at
- November 1, 2026
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