C-130J Avionics Aircraft Mechanic

Company: Lockheed Martin
Location: Greenville
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

You will be an Avionics Aircraft Mechanic at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics in Greenville, SC. What You Will Be Doing You will be responsible for Inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, and modifying aircraft systems and powerplants in accordance with established written procedures, specifications, and standards. Candidate must be knowledgeable in C-130J aircraft systems operation and maintenance to include landing gear, powerplants, flight controls, disassembly, reassembly, rigging, and aircraft movement. Must be able to read and speak English. Comprehend documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Additional mission essential functions and other duties may be assigned as required. Candidate will provide shadowed toolbox with etched tools per minimum inventory and specifications as detailed by the company. In order to perform the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hand to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and work on or in the aircraft. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, and balance. The employee must frequently list and/or push or pull up to 25 lbs. and occasionally list and/or push or pull up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee will be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as needed to perform job tasks. The employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The candidate will be frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles. The candidate must be able to properly use, handle, and dispose of hazardous materials, and toxic or caustic chemicals per Government regulations and company procedures. The employee occasionally will be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places, outside weather conditions and risk electrical shock. The candidate is required to work in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining a clean, FOD-free work area. Per Lockheed Martin's FAA Repair Station Certificate, each individual that applies to perform a safety-sensitive function, will be required to undergo preemployment drug testing for the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP) and amphetamines. *Odd / Multiple shifts may be worked in the same week.* *Candidates must be able to travel on short notice and expect to be away for various lengths of time.* From onsite to remote, we offer flexible work schedules to comprehensive benefits investing in your future and security, Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here. Basic Qualifications * Candidate must possess at a minimum, 6 years of C-130J aircraft maintenance experience completing operational test of aviation electronics or related electrical experience, wire routing, test equipment operations, aircraft ground operations, and the flight line environment. * Candidate must possess Avionics experience in one of the following or equivalent fields, Communications/Navigations, Guidance Control, Electro/Environmental. * Candidate must be able to troubleshoot and repair malfunctions ranging from faulty parts to improper wiring. * Candidate must have experience with using maintenance manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams to diagnose and locate malfunctions and repair according to applicable technical data. * Candidate must obtain an FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license within 18 months from hiring date, or possess current certification(s). * Candidate must have a High school education or equivalent (GED). * Ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance Desired skills * Experience in Isochronal/Phase Inspections and Depot Level Maintenance on C-130J aircraft. * Experience with servicing, pre-flight, launch and recovery (post-flight inspection) of aircraft. * Experience with aircraft logbooks, maintenance manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives and Time Compliance Technical Orders. * Experience using electrical, radio, and radar testing equipment and instruments. * Proficient with using USAF Technical Orders, the Data Transfer and Diagnostic System (DTADS), documentation of AFTO 781 forms, and entering data into the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS). * Military/Commercial aircraft modification installation experience including wire harness build-up and installation, performing multiple termination processes, and completing operational check procedures. * Willing to be trained and/or certified in special skills. 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 world's 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. Other Important Information 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 Schedule Information 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. Security Clearance Information This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

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