Location: Ft Worth, TX, US
Job ID: JC20152104-31463
Description:
With projected annual revenues of $4.5 billion, approximately 12,500 employees, and operations in about 20 states, Orbital ATK is a company on the move. Our mission is to ensure that our customers accomplish their mission — whether it’s a technological breakthrough, a satellite launch, or protecting our nation. United in pride and shared goals, Orbital ATK employees come from diverse backgrounds and work together to deliver reliable, innovative and affordable solutions. Work with the best and unleash your potential.
Orbital ATK Defense Systems Group is an industry leader in ammunition, precision and strike weapons, missile-warning solutions, and tactical rocket motors across air, sea and land-based systems. We are the largest U.S. producer of small-caliber ammunition, as well as a leading producer of medium- and large-caliber ammunition and medium-caliber gun systems. Orbital ATK Defense Systems also develops advanced capabilities for missile-defense interceptors, fuzing and warheads, weaponized special-mission aircraft, and propulsion/controls.
Orbital ATK Special Mission Aircraft, a division of Orbital ATK Defense in in Ft Worth, TX is seeking a Field Service Technician for an overseas assignment. Opportunities will support multiple countries and platforms.
Field Service Technicians – Avionics Job Description
- Field Service Position to support Orbital ATK CLS programs. Perform Field Support Representative duties for deployed aircraft - provide training if required, perform system-level troubleshooting, communicate with operators and engineering support organizations.
- Provide support for logistics issues related to supported programs - spares inventory and repair of equipment (shipping and receiving).
- Provide in-the-field assessment of potential system improvements and provide operator/customer feedback on problems and suggested improvements.
- Support integration and test activities in the lab, on the ground, and in flight-test(s).
- Provide sensor operator and image analyst perspective to Engineering and Program Management. Support training development for operators and analysts.
- Experience in reading and interpreting manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing damaged wiring, malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Experience in inspecting airframe and engine electrical and avionic systems utilizing applicable maintenance requirement cards and maintenance instruction manuals for defects and malfunctions.
- Possess a well-rounded maintenance background.
- Represents group with team leaders, supply personnel, A&P mechanics, pilots and internal and external customers.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Must be able to work in a team environment, have a positive attitude, be a self-starter, and work well with others.
- FCC GENERAL LICENSE and/or FAA A&P LICENSE desired - Avionics/Electronics experience is required.
- One (1) year OCONUS experience preferred. OIF or OEF experience desired.
Requirements:
- Position will require CONUS/OCONUS travel, shift-work in addition to scheduled and unscheduled overtime and weekend/holiday work.
- Must be willing to deploy for required length of time to country based on assigned contract.
- Must have current US passport to support assigned contract.
- Must have minimum of five (5) years recent avionics/electronics maintenance experience indicated below with military or civilian special programs.
- Experience maintaining mission systems on ISR Aircraft similar to RC-26 or Cessna 208, Scathe View, AC-235 or 295, King Air or similar systems.
- Be familiar with operation and maintenance of MX-15 Systems, AAR/ALE 47 System, and Hellfire components.
- Be familiar with communications equipment, imagery storage and retrieval and RF-5800 mission radio set.
- Understand concept of operations of video downlink systems and operation of networks.
- Must have a good RF background and be familiar with test equipment used to maintain above mentioned systems.
- Need to be capable of properly installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing specialized mission support equipment as related to assigned contract.
- Have the physical ability to lift and handle heavy material and understand how to handle/maintain hazardous materials.
- Possess analytical ability, read and interpret schematics/wiring diagrams.
- Possess basic typing skills and computer knowledge.
- Cessna Caravan, AC-235 or 295 and/or King Air experience is preferred.
- Other duties as required.
Orbital ATK is applying entrepreneurial thinking and commercial practices to deliver reliable, innovative and affordable products and services to our customers. When encouraged to think beyond the ordinary, you’ll be amazed at what you can do!
If you are a dynamic, successful, driven professional, Orbital ATK is the company that will further your experience and career growth. We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Requirements:
Category Technicians
Desired Travel 75-100%
Group Defense
Expertise Engineering
Education Associates
Job Type Full Time
Location TX-Ft Worth
Years of Experience 5-8 Years
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D
