**Job Title: Aircraft Structures Mechanic (Iwakuni)** **Job Description** We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Structures Mechanic to join our team in Iwakuni, Japan. The successful candidate will perform O-Level Corrosion control on 5th generation Fighter Jets (F-35 Aircraft), conduct Outer Mold Line (OML) inspections, coating system repair, and corrosion control inspections. This role involves coordinating maintenance efforts with the Maintenance Operation Center (MOC) to ensure timely return of aircraft to mission capable status, and overseeing the maintenance activities of assigned personnel. **Responsibilities** + Perform O-Level Corrosion control on F-35 Aircraft. + Conduct Outer Mold Line (OML) inspections, coating system repair, and corrosion control inspections. + Coordinate maintenance efforts with Maintenance Operation Center (MOC) to ensure timely return of aircraft to mission capable status. + Plan and coordinate shop workload and dispatch personnel as required. + Ensure assigned personnel have access to and use adequate technical data during all phases of aircraft maintenance. + Ensure personnel are trained and practice good housekeeping, tool control, supply disciplines, FOD awareness/prevention, proper disposal of materials, and safety. + Monitor the status of aircraft and coordinate efforts with subordinate personnel and MOC. + Monitor QC reports and implement corrective measures to improve maintenance quality and prevent adverse trends. + Conduct inspections of aircraft and system maintenance to ensure quality and completeness. + Annotate maintenance actions in aircraft records and proficiently document in ALIS. + Review training products for accuracy and schedule personnel for required training. + Assist assigned personnel in researching and requisitioning aircraft parts and components, and in determining reparability and serviceability. + Review aircraft and equipment records and work cards to ensure required maintenance has been performed, hourly and calendar tracked events are current, and all associated documentation has been completed. + Plan and coordinate wash, PMB, and paint schedules. + Establish a sound corrosion program, inspect completed work, and evaluate employee performance. + Receive cross-utilization training (CUT). **Essential Skills** + Corrosion Control and Prevention expertise. + Experience with CDI/CDQAR, sheet metal repair, and aircraft structures. + O-Level Maintenance experience. + Current secret clearance. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 2-3 years experience for Mechanic 1, 3-5 years experience for Mechanic 2, and 5+ years experience with CDI & CDQAR for Mechanic 3. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy the unique opportunity to work overseas in Japan, with attractive benefits including an $8,500 relocation bonus paid out on the first payroll, a $5,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment, and initial travel, lodging, and flight costs covered for a solo traveler. Additionally, 14 days of initial housing are provided, along with 11 paid holidays and 5 paid floating holidays. After 90 days of service, you can participate in the company's retirement plan. Employees also receive one solo annual round trip fare back to the United States after six months of employment, with PTO available to cover the absence. **Work Environment** This position is based at the Marine Corps Air Station in Iwakuni, Japan, with a 40-hour workweek. Day shifts start at 0730, and night shifts start at 1530. The work environment involves maintaining 5th generation fighter jets and ensuring the highest standards of aircraft maintenance and safety. Appropriate attire and adherence to safety protocols are mandatory. **Job Type & Location** This is a 1 year contract position in Iwakuni, Japan **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $67000.00 - Opportunity to work overseas in Japan! - $8,500 relocation bonus paid out on first payroll - $5,000 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment - If traveling from outside of Japan, your initial travel lodging and flight cost are paid for a solo traveler for hire. - 14 Days of initial housing is provided - 11 paid holidays + 5 Paid Floating Holidays - Able to participate in the company's retirement plan following 90 days of service in accordance with company policy. - One solo employee annual round trip fare back to the United States following six months of employment. Travel is in accordance with S&K travel policy and arranged through your upline and must be preapproved. Use of accrued PTO is allowable to cover the absence, not to exceed two weeks. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Los Angeles,CA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Jan 23, 2025. **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.