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E01-C07 F-16 Structures Technician
Eglin AFB, FL · Full-time
No sponsorshipDetected 22 days ago
CybersecurityAvionicsMentoring
About the role
- Hollywood, MD Aether Aerospace has a contract to provide sustainment services for the VENOM Autonomy Kit (VAK) on six F-16C aircraft at Eglin AFB.
- The proposed salary range for this position is $120,000.
Responsibilities
- Inspect, maintain, and repair F‑16 airframe structures, including fuselage, wings, stabilizers, and related structural components.
- Maintain accurate records in maintenance information systems and ensure compliance with Air Force safety, quality assurance, and documentation standards.
- Collaborate with crew chiefs, avionics, propulsion, and armament specialists to support integrated aircraft maintenance activities.
Requirements
- Ability to obtain Secret clearance.
- A HS diploma or equivalent and 3 years performing maintenance and installations on military aircraft, including US Air Force F-16
- Demonstrated experience with sheet metal fabrication, composite repair, and structural troubleshooting.
- Ability to read and interpret technical data, engineering drawings, and structural repair manuals.
- Working knowledge of maintenance documentation systems (GO81, IMDS, or equivalent).
- Physical ability to lift equipment, work in confined spaces, and operate in flight line environments.
- This role requires extensive experience with military aircraft maintenance and a proven background supervising teams performing complex maintenance activities.
- Provide mentoring and on-the-job training to junior technicians when required.
Nice to have
- 5 or more years of experience performing structural maintenance on F‑16 aircraft.
- FAA Airframe License or equivalent industry certification.
- Experience with depot-level or modification programs.
- Proficiency with advanced composite repair techniques and non-destructive inspection methods.
- Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Compensation
- The proposed salary range for this position is $120,000.
Benefits
- Education and Years of Experience: A HS diploma or equivalent and 3 years performing maintenance and installations on military aircraft, including US Air Force F-16
Visa & Work Authorization
- Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance
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