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Implement Lead, F-16 Aircraft Mechanic (Part-Time)

AAR Corp
United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Sept 2025

About the role

Implement Lead, F-16 Aircraft Mechanic (Part-Time)  - 17599

Description

 

Senior team member responsible for supporting program implementations, standing up new operating locations, implementing new operational capability, coaching and training F-16 Aircraft Mechanics, assisting in the incorporation of new work scope into the site, and identifying opportunities to improve site operations.  Responsible for aircraft recovery, parking, safing, and preparing for depot induction and delivery; safe towing operations; aircraft post-flight and preflight inspections, aircraft refueling, engine run, launch, and recovery operations; assisting other team members in aircraft structural and avionic/electrical modifications, upgrades, and repairs; Performing aircraft maintenance, including, but not limited to, aircraft servicing, repair, inspection; status reporting, technical, and logistical support. 

 What you will be responsible for: 

  • Advises leadership on operational requirements and approaches for new programs
  • Implements maintenance operations at new locations
  • Develops maintenance infrastructure to incorporate new work scope into existing locations
  • Coaches and trains other F-16 Aircraft Mechanics 
  • Assists in developing work cards, work instructions, job aids, and operation sequencing
  • Reads, interprets, and adheres to technical orders, manuals, blueprints, service bulletins, and other related documentation.
  • Perform applicable F-16 related maintenance tasks, including special certification & qualification tasks, e.g., engine runs, servicing or aircraft towing in accordance with applicable F-16 technical orders.
  • Complete scheduled and unscheduled F-16 maintenance, parts ordering, and other aircraft functions.
  • Perform routine duties within the first echelon of aircraft supervision, such as: aircraft servicing, including hydraulics, engine oil, lubrication, fuel, canopy cleaning, wheel/tire replacement, brakes, light bulbs.
  • Troubleshoot and assist with the repair, replacement, and rebuild of aircraft structures and components.
  • Service aircraft as prescribed in applicable F-16 Technical Orders.
  • Interact with company Maintenance Operation Center (MOC), the customer, and other program representatives in matters concerning aircraft airworthiness, operational readiness, and aircraft systems troubleshooting.
  • All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

 

What you will need to be successful in this role: 

  •  Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance is required. 

Must meet one of the following requirements:

  • A Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
  • An Associate's degree plus 6 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
  • High School Diploma plus 10 years of related experience in aircraft maintenance.
  • F-16 experience is strongly preferred, but other fighter jet experience may be considered.
  • Leadership experience preferred.
  • Must have experience with working from blueprint drawings, diagram, specifications, service manuals, sketches, templates, and other incomplete data. 

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary: 

  • Competitive salary and bonus package
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off program
  • Professional development and career advancement opportunities

 Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand

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