Job Information - Aircraft Mechanic II - F-18 (ID# 2130038720)

Aircraft Mechanic II - F-18 posted 5/7/2025
Ref No. 2130038720

Military Aircraft
China Lake, CA
Tools Required

Job Duties

Perform scheduled/unscheduled O-Level maintenance on specific applicable squadron T/M/S aircraft airframe, ordnance, power plants, corrosion control and painting, and related systems hired to maintain. 

Perform flight line essential services as directed to daily Flight Schedule. 

The Aircraft Mechanic II maintains/repairs aircraft engine systems, structures and structural components of moderate difficulty, maintains and repairs aircraft components flight controls, power plants and related systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, mechanical components, applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions. 

Mechanic II’s apply required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation, and applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as; blueprints, applicable T/M/S specific maintenance manuals and directives.

Directs, coordinates, and monitors all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to support VX-31 FA-18 Avionics Work Center operations.

Makes work assignments, tracks completion of assigned tasks, provides status updates and feedback to supervisory personnel, performs spot monitoring and corrections as needed for all FA-18 Avionics Work Center functions and associated operations.

Reports any maintenance or disciplinary infractions to supervisory personnel.

Investigates accidents. incidents or infractions to discover root cause and recommend corrective actions including disciplinary actions to supervisory personnel.

Ensures assigned personnel participate in FOD walkdowns, safety drills, training events and other scheduled events as directed by

Must be a technically qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable individual who can exercise an appropriate level of responsibility in the FA-18 Avionics area.

Provides technical support to electronic project engineers, shall utilize excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet daily flight schedule.

Provides technical guidance and expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts.

Job Qualifications

  • Candidate experience must be clearly defined on resumes by listing specific dates (month & year) and locations of relevant experience.
  • Minimum ten years USN/USMC/USCG Organizational Level Avionics/Electrical experience.
  • Minimum five years Organizational Level Avionics/Electrical experience on F/A-18 aircraft (24 of the 36 months within last 3 years preferred).
  • Must have completed the Navy Class C school for Avionics and/or Electrical Instruments on the FA-18 (60 months F/A-18 Avionics/Electrical Organizational Level experience may be substituted for C-School).
  • Must have been FA-18 Avionics/Electrical Work Center CDl qualified.
  • Must have experience as a Work Center Supervisor. Experience as FA-18 Plane Captain, QAR, CDQAR, Flight Deck Coordinator strongly desired.
  • High School graduate or equivale
  • Must have a valid driver's license.
  • Must have a current US secret level clearance and be able to maintain it.
  • Must be available to work any shift.
  • Travel may be required.

Facility Description

Benefits

As an employee of Strom Aviation, you will receive benefits including holiday pay, longevity pay, access to a 401K program and insurance coverage (medical, dental, life, disability).  We offer travel pay, bonuses, and other incentives for some positions as well.  A referral is the best compliment we can get, and Strom Aviation offers 2 different referral programs for our employees.                 

 

Our recruiters strive to connect qualified individuals with opportunities. With hundreds of jobs across the nation, Strom offers opportunities no matter where you are. 

Pay

$30.00-$49.00
**Please check with recruiter to see if you qualify for per diem, travel pay, or numerous bonuses. These items vary by job.

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