F-16 Crew Chief/ Aircraft Mechanic - Direct Hire
SkyBridge Aviation is seeking experienced Maintenance Technicians to join our team at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Job Description:
Join our team as a Crew Chief specializing in F-16 aircraft maintenance. This role is crucial to ensuring our fleet remains in optimal condition for operational readiness. As a Crew Chief, you will oversee daily flight and maintenance requirements, perform troubleshooting, installations, and repairs, and conduct periodic inspections. Your expertise in electro-mechanical systems and structural repairs will play a vital role in maintaining airworthiness.
General Duties Responsibilities:
- Execute daily flight and maintenance operations for F-16 aircraft.
- Conduct troubleshooting, repairs, and installations at the organizational maintenance level.
- Assist with major maintenance tasks and periodic inspections.
- Ensure compliance with FOD (Foreign Object Debris) principles during tool and equipment handling.
- Perform line maintenance, servicing, and inspection-level tasks as assigned.
- MUST have at least 4+ years of recent F-16 experience in aircraft maintenance.
- USAF 5 level or equivalent with extensive experience in fighter aircraft maintenance.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication skills and proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Tools are NOT required, they will be provided
Certifications:
- AA Airframe and Power Plant (A P) license is required or must be able to obtain within 90 days of starting.
- A high school diploma or GED is required
- Bachelor's degree is a plus
Benefits:
- Paid holidays
- PTO
- 401k Matching
- Benefits provided by the company