Girder Maintainer

Girder Maintainer
Engineering Technician I
Holloman AFB
Alamogordo, NM

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

The 846 Test Squadron (846 TS) requires a Girder/Concrete maintainer to provide concrete, masonry, carpentry, electrical and wide range of handyman support to the test track maintenance. Fabricate specialized fixtures, structures, and equipment utilizing materials such as wood, concrete and other expendable materials. 

The HHSTT is the world premier rocket sled test facility. The 846 TS works with customers to design, develop and execute rocket sled tests specifically designed to simulate selected portions of the flight environment in support of the development of weapon systems and other flight hardware.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete all assigned work in progress and ensure engineering drawings, blueprints and sketches are followed.
• Maintains and repairs concrete girder structure such as patching, caulking and replacing damaged concrete sections.     Maintains special test fixtures, structures, or equipment needed to accomplish current and future tests.
• Assist Test Readiness team for Mission prep/setup and clean up. Prepares and maintains braking and artificial atmosphere systems using items to include, Masonite, lay-flat water bags, plastic sheeting, foam, congealed water, aluminum, steel and other materials need for completing missions.
• Maintain and operate equipment and hand tools and mobile equipment performing minor maintenance and running procedures on 60KVA generators, portable light carts, air conditioning units, pumps, air compressor, water blasters, rail cart and similar related equipment necessary for test track missions.
• This position will also require good computer skills.  
• The individual must be able to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, stretch, and work in cramped positions, for up to 2 hrs. but not exceed 10 hrs. daily, must be able to handle objects weighing up to 79 lbs. without assistance and over 80 lbs. with assistance, also work in extreme heat and cold environments for up to 10 hrs.  
• Employee assigned may have to work unusual hours, shifts or weekends.  
• Must be able to work around explosives and/or rocket motors.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or 6 years of applicable experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of US Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.  
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance within 6 months of hire.
• Must be willing to travel include air travel
• Must be able to obtain a valid driver’s license.  

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruited and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5 is a Drug Free Workplace Employer

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551