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Aircraft Engineering Technician

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Tinker AFB, OK Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/3/2026

Job Description

As a C-130 Aircraft Mechanical, Structural, or Electrical Technician at BAE Systems, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of defense technology. What's it like to work for a company that's pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence? It's a chance to be part of a collaborative environment where your skills and expertise are valued and utilized to make a real impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and apply your technical expertise to modify, maintain, repair, and ground test C-130 aircraft systems.

As a C-130 Aircraft Technician, you will be responsible for planning, installation, and test of aircraft modifications and other aircraft systems. You may also assist in preventive maintenance, preservation, troubleshooting, and repair of multiple aircraft systems. If you're a motivated and results-driven individual who is passionate about aircraft maintenance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity - This job is full-time on-site at the subcontractor's facilities in Oklahoma City, OK.

Responsibilities:

  • Plans and performs installation and test of modifications (kits), and does preventive maintenance and preservation – May assist in aircraft repairs, or kit finishing.

  • Inspects, tests, adjusts and certifies moderately complex assemblies, subassemblies, parts and systems for compliance with specifications and quality assurance practices, following blueprints, schematics, and inspection manuals using hand tools and precision testing equipment.

  • May perform mods, maintenance, or repairs by adjusting, calibrating, aligning, or modifying components using hand and power tools. Repairs or replaces defective parts.

  • Reviews customer specifications and related data to determine logistic needs of projects.

  • Applies technical knowledge of airframe, mechanical, power plant, electrical, or other systems like mission systems.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 4 years related experience
  • Recent experience working C-130 series aircraft, including:
    • Troubleshooting malfunctions and new modifications
    • Adjusting, replacing, testing, and troubleshooting aircraft systems and aircraft accessories

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Airframe/Power Plant license
  • Computer/Typing skills and experience with MS Office Applications
  • Recent Hands-On experience
  • Experience in the following:
  • Aircraft Structural; or
  • Aircraft Mechanical; or
  • Aircraft Electrical; or
  • Aircraft system testing and troubleshooting; or
  • Interpreting drawing/schematics; or


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $52955 - $84728

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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