Aircrew Survival Flight Equipment Technician I

Company: 
M1 Support Services
Category: 
Maintenance
Job Type: 
Permanent
City: 
Norfolk
State: 
Virginia
Country: 
USA

M1 Support Services is looking for a(n) Aircrew Survival Flight Equipment Technician
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
This occupation includes jobs involved in disassembling, repairing, testing, troubleshooting, examining, fitting, modifying, maintaining, installing, and determining serviceability of aircraft survival and flight equipment such as helmets, torso harness assemblies, preservers, parachutes, life rafts, chemical and biological protective devices, survival kits, oxygen masks, and anti-G-suits.
The work includes operational and circuit checks of emergency signaling and communication devices such as survival radios and beacons.
The work requires knowledge of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance procedures, pyrotechnic and explosive devices, and aircraft egress systems.
In addition, the work requires familiarity with the aircraft assigned to the unit, detailed knowledge of the operation and characteristics of aircraft survival and flight equipment, and the ability to demonstrate and explain proper usage and operation of the equipment.

Requirements: 
  • Requires familiarity with aircraft assigned to the unit, detailed knowledge of the operation and characteristics of aircraft survival and flight equipment, and the ability to demonstrate and explain Proper usage and operation of the equipment.
  • Requires knowledge of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance procedures, pyrotechnic and explosive devices, and aircraft egress systems.
  • High School diploma or GED is mandatory.
  • A thorough understanding of DOD aircraft maintenance processes is preferred.
  • Must have a working knowledge of computers (input/extract data).
  • Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
  • Must obtain/maintain security clearance, DOD CAC privileges, and Special Access Badge requirements.
  • Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
  • Current valid U.S. Driverrsquo;s License.
  • Ability to travel
  • Must be willing and able to deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position.
  • Graduate of Navy PR or Air Force or Army MOS Course or equivalent. An aviator Breathing Oxygen (ABO) operator/analyst shall be a graduate of an approved ABO school
  • Minimum 3 years of related experience in aviation life support equipment maintenance.
  • Must be able to pass an ordinance physical and become explosives handling certified within thirty (30) days of the date of hire or assignment to the position.
  • Familiarization with COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series, and other applicable Navy instructions, maintenance instruction manuals, IPBs, manufacturer's manuals, and company instructions as required for the performance of job functions.

Working Conditions:

  • The environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing, standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.

M1 Support Services, a woman-owned, disabled veteran, business headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.
M1 Support Services is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.

First posted: 
6/24/2024 12:48:38 PM

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