Weapons Maintenance Technician

Weapons Maintenance Technician

SAIC is looking for a Weapons Maintenance Technician to support the AC-130 gunship located at Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico.

Position is located full time at Cannon AFB.

Job Responsibilities:

• Interfaces with the customer to handle service inquiries and problems to include performing customer support activities involving the installation, modification, and repair of complex equipment and systems.
• Conducts on-site installation and testing of equipment to ensure proper working order. Isolates equipment start-up malfunctions and takes corrective action.
• May make technical presentations and has a strong knowledge of products. Trains customer personnel in equipment operation and maintenance responsibilities.
• Provides technical support for the 30mm and 105mm weapons systems in the areas of field service, troubleshooting, maintenance, and training support to the Air Force squadron at Cannon AFB.
• Provides on-site technical support for weapons and associated equipment used by the squadron.
• Acts as the liaison between the squadron and the Small Arms Branch at Naval Surface Warfare Center in Crane, IN for any technical issues related to the 30mm and 105mm weapons systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 4 years of preventative and corrective aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must possess experience as an Air Force Mechanic with a focus on engine maintenance and production processes.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance; Interim secret needed to start.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have public speaking skills and the ability to deliver presentations to groups.
• Must have experience with maintenance data collection systems.
• Must have the motivation and ability to research directives, regulations and policies to determine solutions to problems, issues and concerns.
• Must have a commitment to customer service and be proactive in implementing policy as well as identifying and solving problems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and have the ability to learn company software.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have dexterity in fingers in both hands.
• Ability to pick up and carry 70 lbs. for a distance of 50 feet.
• Able to withstand exposure to temperature extremes in performance of duties.

Travel and Shift Requirements:

• Candidate will be required to travel up to 25% world wide.
• Candidate will be working a rotating shift.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion.