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Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$100,000 - $108,000
Occasional travel
Aerospace and Aviation
China Lake, CA (On-Site/Office)
Seeking a skilled and motivated Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) Technician to join our Flight Operations team in China Lake / Edwards AFB, CA. This position will provide critical support for ALSS requirements across multiple military programs, including the F-15, F/A-18, and other current and future platforms. The ideal candidate will be a qualified ALSS technician with military, FAA, or equivalent certification and experience, capable of ensuring the highest standards of safety, maintenance, and operational readiness.
Travelling: Edwards AFB, CA /Palmdale, CA /Henderson, NV (Primarily at China Lake but may need to go to the other locations to support program)
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform inspection, maintenance, repair, and testing of aviation life support equipment, including flight suits, helmets, oxygen systems, ejection seats, and survival gear.
• Support flight operations by ensuring all ALSS equipment meets regulatory and program-specific requirements.
• Coordinate with flight crews, maintenance teams, and program managers to maintain ALSS readiness and compliance.
• Document and report equipment status, discrepancies, and maintenance actions in accordance with Client's and military standards.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior technicians and flight personnel on ALSS procedures and safety protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ALSS technical orders, manuals, and regulatory guidance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance ALSS program effectiveness and safety.
Required Skills:
• Qualified Aviation Life Support Systems Technician through a U.S. military service, FAA certification, or an equivalent recognized program.
• Experience supporting military aviation life support programs, preferably with F-15, F/A-18, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of military and FAA aviation safety standards, technical orders, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Proficient in using maintenance tracking systems and standard office software (e.g., MS Office).
• U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience working in a military or defense contractor environment.
• Familiarity with multiple aircraft types and associated ALSS equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with diverse teams including pilots, maintenance personnel, and management.
• Ability to obtain a contractor Common Access Card (CAC) to military installations.
Education/Experience: AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Travelling: Edwards AFB, CA /Palmdale, CA /Henderson, NV (Primarily at China Lake but may need to go to the other locations to support program)
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform inspection, maintenance, repair, and testing of aviation life support equipment, including flight suits, helmets, oxygen systems, ejection seats, and survival gear.
• Support flight operations by ensuring all ALSS equipment meets regulatory and program-specific requirements.
• Coordinate with flight crews, maintenance teams, and program managers to maintain ALSS readiness and compliance.
• Document and report equipment status, discrepancies, and maintenance actions in accordance with Client's and military standards.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior technicians and flight personnel on ALSS procedures and safety protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ALSS technical orders, manuals, and regulatory guidance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance ALSS program effectiveness and safety.
Required Skills:
• Qualified Aviation Life Support Systems Technician through a U.S. military service, FAA certification, or an equivalent recognized program.
• Experience supporting military aviation life support programs, preferably with F-15, F/A-18, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of military and FAA aviation safety standards, technical orders, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Proficient in using maintenance tracking systems and standard office software (e.g., MS Office).
• U.S. citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience working in a military or defense contractor environment.
• Familiarity with multiple aircraft types and associated ALSS equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with diverse teams including pilots, maintenance personnel, and management.
• Ability to obtain a contractor Common Access Card (CAC) to military installations.
Education/Experience: AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
group id: 10216532
