F135 Working Lead - NAS Patuxent River (Onsite)

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Job summary:

F135 Working Lead (Lead Engine Technician)– Patuxent River Naval Air Station

This is a phenomenal opportunity to work at Patuxent River Naval Air Station!

F135 Working Lead - 2nd Shift.

Hours 2pm-10:30pm

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the coordination of production requirements and ensuring quality standards are met for F135 gas turbine engines, modules, and associated new technologies.  Communicate requirements and information to team members, supervisor, and management.  Interface and coordinate with various other functions (quality, engineering, customer, QAR) to resolve issues and ensure timely product delivery.  Coordinate workload and manpower/special task certification requirements with other Working Leaders.  Assign day-to-day tasks to team members. This Job Description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

Oversee and guide intermediate maintenance/repair on engines, modules and components, routine maintenance of support equipment, local support for investigations, and process improvement activity.

Conduct in process inspections.  Must be able to position themselves to perform maintenance and inspections underneath engine rails and inside the engine exhaust duct.

Schedule weekend work teams if overtime is needed to meet production requirements.

Ensure teams training is completed on time and required proficiencies are met.

Refer difficulties to Maintenance Supervisor and engage in finding solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

Must have a secret clearance, or the ability to acquire such a clearance. 

Must have the ability to interpret technical documentation for advanced propulsion systems.

Candidate must also be able to work atop maintenance platforms, ascend/descend maintenance stands, enter/exit tight spaces, lift 25 pounds to a height of 4 feet, and lift/move heavy objects.

Accuracy and attention to detail in work performed is a must.

Individual must be able manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced team environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and able to work independently.

Must be able to rotate between shifts as needed, work overtime/holiday’s when required, and be able to travel occasionally as needed.

Ability to use computer, Microsoft Office Package (Excel, Access, and Word).

Obtain and maintain licenses, operator permits, or certifications as required.

Perform additional tasks in support of business objectives and/or to develop the individuals skills.

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years F-135 engine buildup/teardown experience

Previous experience in Aerospace/Military Aircraft-tear down/buildup of jet engines.

Familiarity with flight line maintenance operations.

Qualified to perform crane operations, blade blends, borescopes, and run engines at test cell. 

Additional Information:

What is my role type?

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

Must be a U.S. Citizen. This position may require access to systems/tools that are restricted to individuals who possess US citizenship. 

All Employees Shall:

Comply with the EH&S Policy and applicable regulatory and company EH&S rules and requirements.

Report to supervision conditions or practices that are either unsafe or that may adversely impact the environment, to ensure prompt resolution of potential hazards.

Support the organization’s efforts to meet or exceed EH&S goals and plans.

Recommend improved EH&S practices.

Comply with the Quality Policy and applicable and company Quality rules and procedures.

Attend scheduled training program and production meetings.

Support and participate in continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen, 6S, and QCPC.

Develop new skills necessary to support business needs and job satisfaction.

Utilize all personal protective equipment (PPE) required as a result of Process Risk Analysis

The employee is responsible for complying with RTX’s “Code of Ethics,” the “Policy Statement on Business Ethics and Conduct in Contracting with the U.S. Government,” and related policies.  Employees executing their responsibilities shall take all steps necessary to foster open communications and to support RTX’s compliance, business practices, DIALOG, and Ombudsman programs.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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