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F-16 Crew Chiefs | Direct Hire
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $32-$48/hr plus a comprehensive benefits package
We are actively seeking experienced F-16 Crew Chiefs to join a high-performing maintenance team supporting mission-critical aircraft operations at Luke Air Force Base. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive pay, 11 paid holidays, 15 days PTO, 401(k) with company match, and Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Benefits begin after 30 days, with 401(k) eligibility after 60 days.
If you have a strong fighter aircraft maintenance background and thrive in a fast-paced operational environment, this is an excellent opportunity to support one of the world's most advanced fighter aircraft platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Join a mission-focused team responsible for maintaining and supporting F-16 aircraft operations. Your expertise will directly contribute to aircraft readiness, operational success, and national defense missions.
Interested?
Apply today or message me directly to learn more about this opportunity.
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $32-$48/hr plus a comprehensive benefits package
We are actively seeking experienced F-16 Crew Chiefs to join a high-performing maintenance team supporting mission-critical aircraft operations at Luke Air Force Base. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive pay, 11 paid holidays, 15 days PTO, 401(k) with company match, and Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance. Benefits begin after 30 days, with 401(k) eligibility after 60 days.
If you have a strong fighter aircraft maintenance background and thrive in a fast-paced operational environment, this is an excellent opportunity to support one of the world's most advanced fighter aircraft platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily flight line operations and maintenance on F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft
- Serve as Crew Chief responsible for overall aircraft condition, safety, and mission readiness
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain aircraft electro-mechanical systems
- Support structural repairs and organizational-level maintenance activities
- Conduct inspections, servicing, and scheduled maintenance tasks
- Execute aircraft launch, recovery, and dispatch readiness functions
- Ensure strict compliance with FOD (Foreign Object Damage) prevention procedures
- USAF 5-Level (or equivalent military or civilian experience) with documented experience
- Proven experience as an F-16 Crew Chief and/or F-16 Maintenance Technician
- Strong troubleshooting, diagnostic, and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with aircraft ground handling, servicing, and maintenance operations
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate Degree preferred
- Bachelor's Degree is a plus
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work around active aircraft and maintenance equipment
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- Domestic and international travel may be required
- Direct-Hire Opportunity
- $32-$48/hr
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 15 Days Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Benefits Effective After 30 Days
- 401(k) Eligibility After 60 Days
Join a mission-focused team responsible for maintaining and supporting F-16 aircraft operations. Your expertise will directly contribute to aircraft readiness, operational success, and national defense missions.
Interested?
Apply today or message me directly to learn more about this opportunity.
Salary : $32 - $48