Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Position Type : Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location : Orogrande, NM (White Sands Missile Range)

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 33-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

SA-TECH provides the U. S. Army, other U.S. agencies and allied nations with Aerial Target Flight Services, operating and maintaining aerial target flight operations for any directed mission and aerial target flight operations and maintenance services at Fort Bliss, TX; White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM; and other Posts, Camps, and Stations (PCS) in the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside CONUS (OCONUS).

We are currently seeking to hire an Aircraft Mechanic I at WSMR based out of our facilities in Orogrande, NM.

As an Aircraft Mechanic, you’ll need to apply advanced skills and knowledge of target operations to make sound decisions in planning for operations and in instructing subordinate mechanics. You’ll need to evaluate equipment and procedures to continually improve working conditions and productivity. You will troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft structures, flight surfaces and controls, as well as engines, and will repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, such as wings, fuselages, empennages, functional components, and surface controls using hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment such as shears, sheet metal brakes, rivet guns, and drills.

In this role, you must be able to utilize precision measuring devices such as micrometers, inclinometers, target-specific test sets, DVMs, and any other provided equipment to examine engines for needed repairs such as leaks. You’ll need to operate engines to detect and diagnose malfunctions as well as inspect jet engines and components for cracks, corrosion, foreign object damage, burned areas, distortions, security vulnerabilities, warping, wear, and missing segments. You will be needed to replace electrical wiring harnesses and aircraft accessories, perform pre-flight and post-flight maintenance inspections and perform miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including, but not limited to, packing parachutes, flushing engines and cleaning aircraft and filters.

You will be reading and interpreting OEM technical manuals, ATFS procedures, service bulletins and EMIs, technical data, engineering data and other specifications to determine the feasibility and methods of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components. You’ll make applicable entries in the target log books, forms and records describing the work performed and verifying suitable completion.

As a mechanic, you will be expected to clean work areas and machines, tools and equipment and perform any other duties that may need to get done such as mowing, weed-eating, police calls and F.O.D. walks. Of course, you must follow all company, safety and installation policies that pertain to your day-to-day duties.

In addition, you will oversee, train and monitor Aircraft Mechanic Workers and Aircraft Mechanic Helpers to make sure they are knowledgeable and proficient at their tasks. (Everyone at our site is expected to train other co-workers, no matter their position, on areas that they have more proficiency or knowledge in.) Each mechanic has a responsibility to seek additional training for self-improvement and may be required to be licensed by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Work Conditions:

• Conditions will vary but most work will be accomplished in enclosed buildings.
• There will be work on the range throughout the year so temperatures will vary over the course of the year.
• Daily work will include 45% standing, 25% walking, 20% sitting, 5% reaching, and 5% lifting (you must be capable of lifting 50-100 pounds assisted by others).
• Work includes cross-utilization into other positions that fall within our scope of work.
• The position will require overtime and weekend work.
• You must be able to deploy to both CONUS and OCONUS for short stints.

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High school diploma and five (5) years of related job experience or educational equivalent.
• Strong mechanical background with knowledge of Avionics Mechanics preferred.
• Must have an A & P license.
• Must be able to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• Current NM or TX Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance within 45 days of hire date and maintain Clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

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Working at SA-TECH:

As a highly regarded DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters . Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH provides employees with:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Employee Benefits
• Continuous Training and Professional Development
• Ample Career Advancement Opportunities

Highlights of SA-TECH ’s employee benefits include:

• Medical plan with excellent prescription coverage
• Dental plan with orthodontics
• Vision plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Sick leave
• Flexible PTO options

SA-TECH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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