Aircraft Mechanic - OCONUS

Job Title: F15 Aircraft Technician

Job Description

As an F15 Aircraft Technician, you will inspect, repair, maintain, troubleshoot, service, and modify aircraft and related support equipment. You will also maintain aircraft forms and records, perform crew chief and maintenance staff functions, and supervise tactical aircraft and related support equipment repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain F-15 aircraft and related support equipment.

• Troubleshoot and service aircraft systems and components.

• Modify aircraft and related support equipment as needed.

• Perform crew chief, expediter, flight chief, line chief, and maintenance staff functions.

• Supervise repairs of tactical aircraft and related support equipment.

• Conduct launch and recovery operations, and perform periodic inspections and scheduled maintenance of F-15 aircraft.

• Execute fueling, defueling, and aircraft servicing operations.

• Implement corrosion control procedures and maintain aircraft ground movement operations.

• Manage aircraft flight documents, technical orders, and publications.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in launch, recovery, and inspection of F-15 aircraft.

• Experience in aircraft servicing, fueling, and defueling operations.

• Knowledge of power plant, avionics, and environmental systems of F-15 aircraft.

• Proficiency in maintaining aircraft documentation.

• Mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.

• Three years of relevant experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Dual qualifications in hydraulics preferred.

• Strong experience in aero repair, crash recovery, and aircraft rigging is highly desired.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values expertise and continuous development. Enjoy the opportunity to train and supervise others, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages professional growth.

Work Environment

Work OCONUS, engaging with advanced aircraft technologies and equipment. The position involves hands-on tasks with a focus on maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency in a dynamic and supportive setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Palmdale, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.

Salary is tax free if working in country for 11 months Housing is provided Medical and dental benefits provided Holiday and PTO - 12 paid holidays and 30 days of PTO (accrued at 2.5 day per month) End of Service award - 15 additional days of pay

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Palmdale,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.