SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .

Do you have the skills, expertise and passion that it takes to be a top-notch mechanic? Join our team and take your career to new heights! As an Aerospace Ground Equipment Mechanic, you'll be inspecting, servicing, maintaining, testing and storing our aerospace ground service vehicles and equipment to support aircraft flight and maintenance operations.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Learn more about IAS (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/isr-aviation-security/)

Responsibilities:

• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on aerospace ground and service equipment.

• Inspects, tests, and operates AGE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation.

• Diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications.

• Removes, disassembles, repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and re-installs AGE accessories and component.

• Services equipment with fuel, oil, coolant, water, hydraulic fluid, and air.

• Operates, cleans, inspects, and services AGE towing vehicles. Provides dispatch service for AGE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations.

• Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs AGE.

• Advises and performs troubleshooting on AGE before assigning repair action. Inspects and approves completed maintenance actions.

• Prepares AGE for storage and mobility deployment.

• Solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications.

• Uses automated maintenance system to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions.

• Analyzes and repairs ground support equipment using conventional and digital multimeters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.

• Maintains external fuel and grounding systems.

• Stores, handles, uses, and disposes of hazardous material and waste according to environmental standards.

• Reads, interprets and complies with maintenance manuals, service bulletins, safety guidelines and other specifications.

• Performs complex maintenance, replaces and rebuilds components using hand tools, power tools, machines, and other equipment.

• Reviews and maintains maintenance forms and equipment records.

• Punctuality to work each day and prepared to work scheduled work hours

Must-haves:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience

• A higher-level degree may substitute for experience

• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education

• Exposure to technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications

• Ability to understand and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications

• Experience performing hardware and soldering techniques, technical data and everyday tools

• Understanding of the principles of electronics, refrigeration, hydraulics, power generation, reciprocating engines (gasoline and diesel), gas turbine engines, pneumatics and heating

• Moderate skills in servicing, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing and performing preventive maintenance on motor and engine-driven generator sets, air conditioners, hydraulic test stands, air compressors, bomb lifts, heaters and other similar support equipment

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations

• Ability to speak, read and write in English

• Must be able to pass an occupational physical that includes a hearing and vision test

• To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required

• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

• Formal Technical training

• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.