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F-16 Aircraft Mechanic

Aerospace & Commercial Technologies
Fort Worth, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Aircraft Mechanic works on-site in Fort Worth, TX as a regular, full-time, hourly Team Member on the shop floor in a manufacturing environment. This role requires the ability to set-up and operate various types of equipment, fixtures, and hand tools to assist in the assembly of F-16 aircraft structural components. Processes include laying out and drilling holes, countersinking, and riveting; working with adhesives and chemicals; and reading and interpreting blueprints, technical specifications, shop aids, and written instructions. Mechanics work closely with Operations, Quality, Inventory, and Warehouse personnel to ensure that component traceability, delivery, and quality objectives are met.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Assemble F-16 aircraft structural components per drawings, technical specifications, customer requirements, and work instructions
  • Responsible for quality of product produced
  • Follow quality and safety policies and procedures
  • Provide assistance and back-up to others within the company
  • Report non-conformances to ensure superior product quality
  • Collaborate with other mechanics and functional groups within the organization
  • Open to work outside of normal business hours as necessary
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Skills & Experience :

  • Minimum of five years applicable aircraft manufacturing experience, including the use of manufacturing equipment and hand tools
  • Knowledge of military aircraft processes and regulations in a manufacturing environment
  • Able to understand and execute to all forms of engineering (i.e. blueprints, specifications, T.O.’s, written instructions, etc.)
  • Technical and mechanical ability to manufacture shop aid tools
  • Use of measuring equipment (i.e. calipers, scales, etc.)
  • Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
  • Follow detailed written or oral instructions
  • Anticipate issues with an assembly process and provide solutions
  • Preferred :

  • Additional F-16 aircraft manufacturing experience
  • Lockheed experience
  • Extensive working knowledge of an array of hand tools
  • Familiarity with advanced measuring equipment
  • Knowledge of general business computer software and aptitude to learn new software applications
  • Self-starter who can work independently
  • Able to work efficiently when under pressure
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Frequently required to stand and walk while handling equipment or power tools for long periods of time
  • Occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Able to manipulate parts and tools
  • May need to lift and / or move >
  • 50 pounds utilizing hand trucks, cranes, hoists, forklift, or other appropriate means

  • Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision
  • Company Description

    Formed in 2002 to support the F-16 worldwide fleet, Aerospace & Commercial Technologies (ACT) provides the technical and managerial expertise of a prime contractor, with the agility and attention that only a small operation can offer. From spares and repairs, to aircraft modifications, to integrated solutions, ACT is the premier provider of Lockheed Martin licensed F-16 sustainment products, services, field support, technical assistance, and program management. ACT is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly support veteran candidates and encourage them to apply.

    Company Description

    Formed in 2002 to support the F-16 worldwide fleet, Aerospace & Commercial Technologies (ACT) provides the technical and managerial expertise of a prime contractor, with the agility and attention that only a small operation can offer. From spares and repairs, to aircraft modifications, to integrated solutions, ACT is the premier provider of Lockheed Martin licensed F-16 sustainment products, services, field support, technical assistance, and program management. ACT is an equal opportunity employer. We proudly support veteran candidates and encourage them to apply.

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