Aircraft Mechanic 3
Northrop Grumman
- Location
- United States-South Carolina-Beaufort
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- Sep 3, 2026
About this role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 – Avionics to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Aircraft Solutions Business Unit at MCAS Beaufort. Your Mission will be to support O-Level maintenance on the F-35. Your duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to) : You will be subject to work first, second, third, or weekend shift, as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. You must be able to depart on temporary duty assignments— on short notice. The individual will practice good housekeeping and follow safety procedures and ensure both programs are enforced . You will perform Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on F-35 aircraft. You will ensure aircraft are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with JTD and all applicable program and service guidance. You will perform and/or assist with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions. You will assist with OJT training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel. You will maintain and update aircraft records and status within the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) of ALIS. You will keep the production staff updated on aircraft status. You will perform other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. You will perform required Airframe and Power Plant General (APG) / Avionics tasks as part of F-35 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) performing organizational-level modifications. You will use your training, knowledge, and experience to obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc.) as locally required. Willing/able to provide temporary support to our other CLS locations and/or emerging deployments. Willing/able 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. Maintenance tasks include : Configuring aircraft for modifications, removal and installation of attaching hardware, component removal and installations, assistance with software uploads, various system operational checkouts, and egress system maintenance. Technical requirements include : Fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks