Military Fellowship Program: A&P Mechanic

Sierra Nevada Corporation

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Clovis, NM Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted March 26, 2025
Job description

SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Must-haves:

  • Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
    • A higher level degree may substitute for experience
    • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Must pass, written, oral and practical assessments
  • Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant certification with no prior FAA violations
  • Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations
  • Ability to speak, read and write in English
  • Pass and maintain Class 3 Physical requirements, including a hearing test
  • Basic understanding of applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance is required Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances

Preferred:

  • FAA repair station and/or Quality Assurance experience
  • Able to travel on a regular basis and/or work different shifts including overtime and weekends
  • Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR/DFARS)
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

About this role

Summary

Provide fellowship opportunities for service members transitioning to civilian workforce with on-the-job training.

Job title

Military Fellowship Program: A&P Mechanic

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

aerospace

Location requirements

Clovis, NM; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active duty militaryhigh school diplomaFAA Airframe and Powerplant certificationreliable transportationEnglish proficiencyClass 3 Physical requirementstechnical schematicsSecret Security Clearance

Preferred skills

FAA repair station experienceQuality Assurancetravel flexibilityFederal Acquisition RegulationsAerospace and Defense background

Specializations

mechanicsaviationsecurityISR
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Clovis, NM 88101, USA

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