Electronics Tech Maint 1
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Date Posted
September 14, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$33.50–$33.50/hr (≈$69.7K–$69.7K/yr)
Cost of Living
View details for Lexington
Locations
Application Deadline
October 14, 2026
Description
Description:
You will be an Aircraft Avionics Technician I. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional results, and we're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Aircraft Avionics Technician I to join our team.
What You Will Be Doing
As an Aircraft Avionics Technician I, you will be responsible for:
- The Avionics Technician I (Level I) provides entry-level electrical and avionics maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for the SOF GLSS rotary-wing fleets. The duties of this title will perform many tasks independently.
- The candidate will commonly assist or work within general instructions from higher rated employees in the environment.
- The duties will include scheduled and unscheduled modifications, inspections, and ensuring all electrical systems meet airworthiness standards to support time-critical Special Operations missions.
Why Join Us
This position supports our Special Operations Forces – Global Logistics Support Services contract, which is the U.S. Special Operations Command's (USSOCOM) largest service contract vehicle providing a wide range of tailored logistics, maintenance, and sustainment services. Learn more here: SOF GLSS
Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is in Lexington. Discover more about our Lexington, Kentucky location.
MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN – This position is located at a facility that requires special access and is in direct support of a U.S. government contract that requires a company-sponsored clearance to start.
Basic Qualifications:
- Aircraft Handling Knowledge – Understanding of safe grounding, electrostatic discharge precautions, and aircraft handling procedures relevant to electrical work.
- Maintenance Record Keeping – Ability to accurately document all electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs in required logs and systems.
- Quality Verification – Demonstrated skill in verifying that work meets required standards for reliability, safety, and airworthiness.
- Line Maintenance Experience – Capability to support electrical systems during flight-line operations with routine troubleshooting and minor repairs.
- Operational Flexibility – Effective teamwork and independent work habits, with readiness for varying shift structures and travel.
Must possess or be eligible for the required security clearance.
Desired Skills:
- Specific Aircraft Electrical Experience with MD-500 / AH-MH-6 or similar small-helicopter platforms – troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and component replacement.
- Familiarity with Larger Helicopter Airframes - Knowledge of electrical systems on CH-MH-47 and UH-MH-60 airframes; ability to support multiple platforms.
- Specializations (optional):
- Avionics Systems – Calibration of navigation, communication, and flight-control electronics.
- Power Generation & Distribution – Maintenance of generators, batteries, wiring harnesses, circuit protection devices.
- Electrical Troubleshooting – Proficient use of diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes, avionics test sets).
- Certifications - FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license, DoD/USAF avionics or electrical certification, or equivalent military qualifications preferred.
- Technical Training - Completion of aircraft electrical/avionics maintenance courses (e.g., Rotor-Wing Electrical Maintenance School).
Pay Information
- $33.50 - $33.50
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Additional specific benefits are dependent upon the business unit and the collective-bargaining agreement.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For Washington state applicants only: Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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