Aircraft Avionics Technician II

Job Description:

Description:

You will be an Aircraft Avionics Technician II. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and were looking for a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Avionics Technician II to join our team.

What You Will Be Doing

As an Aircraft Avionics Technician II, you will be responsible for:

• The Level II Avionics Technician provides advanced, independent maintenance, modification, and repair of electrical and avionics systems on the SOF GLSS rotary‑wing fleets.
• The duties of this title will primarily perform tasks independently and play a wide-ranging role in guidance, technical instruction, and specific skill development of less experienced employees.
• This candidate will possess vast and comprehensive technical expertise and specialization for the applicable scope of work.
• The duties will encompass complex problem solving, effective communication skills and broad knowledge within the scope of assignments.
• The duties will include major modifications, thorough troubleshooting, and ensuring all work complies with airworthiness standards while supporting SOF‑specific mission requirements.

Why Join Us

This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Commands (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here: SOF GLSS

Further Information About This Opportunity:

This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
1. Aircraft Handling Knowledge – Proficient in safe grounding, electrostatic discharge precautions, and aircraft handling procedures relevant to electrical work.
2. Maintenance Record Keeping – Ability to accurately document all maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in maintenance logs and military documentation systems, ensuring traceability.
3. Quality Verification – Demonstrated experience verifying that work meets required reliability, safety, and airworthiness standards.
4. Line Maintenance Experience – Capable of providing electrical system support during flight‑line operations with routine troubleshooting and minor repairs.
5. Operational Flexibility – Effective both independently and as part of a team; adaptable to shift changes, travel, and deployment.
Desired Skills:
Specific Aircraft Electrical Experience Proven maintenance on MH‑6 / MH‑60 platforms (or MD‑500 / AH‑MH‑6 equivalents), including major modifications and SOF‑specific upgrades.
Adjacent Aircraft Experience Familiarity with electrical/avionics systems on CH‑MH‑47 and UH‑MH‑60 airframes; ability to transition between platforms.
Advanced Structural Techniques • Avionics Systems – Calibration of navigation, communication, and flight‑control electronics.• Power Generation & Distribution – Maintenance of generators, batteries, wiring harnesses, and circuit protection devices.• Electrical Troubleshooting – Expert use of diagnostic tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes, avionics test sets).
Leadership / Mentorship Experience guiding less‑experienced technicians, reviewing work products, and providing technical direction.
Certifications FAA A&P license, DoD/USAF avionics or electrical certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred.
Technical Training Completion of advanced rotor‑wing electrical/avionics courses (e.g., Advanced Rotor‑Wing Electrical Maintenance School).
Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.
Clearance Level: Secret
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the worlds most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CTRL (S0806)
Relocation Available: No
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Task Order/IDIQ
Shift: First

Specific Aircraft Electrical Experience Proven maintenance on MH‑6 / MH‑60 platforms (or MD‑500 / AH‑MH‑6 equivalents), including major modifications and SOF‑specific upgrades.
Adjacent Aircraft Experience Familiarity with electrical/avionics systems on CH‑MH‑47 and UH‑MH‑60 airframes; ability to transition between platforms.
Advanced Structural Techniques • Avionics Systems – Calibration of navigation, communication, and flight‑control electronics.• Power Generation & Distribution – Maintenance of generators, batteries, wiring harnesses, and circuit protection devices.• Electrical Troubleshooting – Expert use of diagnostic tools (multimeters, oscilloscopes, avionics test sets).
Leadership / Mentorship Experience guiding less‑experienced technicians, reviewing work products, and providing technical direction.
Certifications FAA A&P license, DoD/USAF avionics or electrical certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred.
Technical Training Completion of advanced rotor‑wing electrical/avionics courses (e.g., Advanced Rotor‑Wing Electrical Maintenance School).

Job Ident #: 88619108432

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/

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Job Info

Location

Lexington, Kentucky, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Lockheed Martin

6801 Rockledge Dr
Bethesda, Maryland 20817 USA
www.lockheedmartinjobs.com/