Airport Safety Technician

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients-whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an Airport Safety Technician II. This position is a full-time opportunity located in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

Airport Safety Technicians apply specialized electrical, mechanical, and fabrication skills to maintain facilities, vehicles, assets, and infrastructure, and to construct project-related mockups, equipment, or prototype devices as required by test plans, standard engineering drawings, or other sources. Technicians in this role also perform firefighting operations during testing and work under the supervision of a senior technician. Work schedules follow the Government's regular working hours, Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

This role involves exposure to outdoor weather conditions across all seasons and requires the use of personal protective equipment during firefighting operations. Occasional travel may be required approximately two to three times per year.

Responsibilities

As an Airport Safety Technician, the selected individual will apply hands-on technical skills to support airport safety research operations, fabrication, and firefighting activities. Responsibilities may include:

• Perform welding, fabricating, basic electrical tasks, and installation of sensors in support of test operations.

• Perform firefighting operations during testing, including wearing full personal protective equipment.

• Construct project-related mockups, equipment, or prototype devices from test plans, standard engineering drawings, or other sources.

• Troubleshoot and conduct maintenance on equipment including small engines, vehicles, and machine tools.

• Produce technical written documentation to support the generation of technical reports or documents for the program manager.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures applicable to testing and facility operations.

• Report activities and completed work in accordance with established procedures.

Key Qualifications

• High school diploma and a minimum of 5 years of experience demonstrating electrical, mechanical, and/or fabrication skills.

• Experience testing various electrical or mechanical components.

• Experience in firefighting operations.

• Experience wearing - and willingness to wear - personal protective equipment, including full or half-faced respirators or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).

• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to withstand exposure to outdoor temperatures during both summer and winter conditions.

• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license.

• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision or direction from senior project personnel.

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to produce technical written documentation and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Must be a US citizen or a foreign national who has been lawfully admitted for permanent residence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating common machining tools such as mills, lathes, and drill presses.

• Experience with hydraulic systems and mechanical and electrical equipment.

• Experience as a forklift operator.

• Experience in and/or specific knowledge of airport-related research activities, including familiarity with airport safety research task areas or closely related tasks.

Compensation Data

Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $55,300 - $76,000 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off-giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity's most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment

• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

• Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.

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