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Akima, LLC

$28.38/hr

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems (M1) is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and ... Please note this is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ...

Akima, LLC

$28.38/hr

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems, Lead/Technical Inspector analyzes malfunctions and ... This is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or ...

Akima, LLC

$28.38/hr

Please note this is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ... Must have Operator-level knowledge of combat system capabilities and procedures. * Must be able to ...

Akima, LLC

$24.57/hr

Please note this is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ... Operator-level knowledge of combat system capabilities and procedures. * Ability to pass Pre ...

Akima, LLC

$24.57/hr

Responsibilities The Heavy Equipment Operator, Combat Systems (M1) operates heavy equipment such as ... Please note this is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties ...

Syntricate Technologies

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San Antonio, TX · On-site

... Designer. The role involves using machine learning algorithms and decision trees for check processing to combat check fraud and enhance the banking experience. Responsibilities : • Highly skilled ...

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A Combat Designer is responsible for creating, balancing, and refining the combat mechanics in a game. They design enemy behaviors, player abilities, weapon systems, and encounter pacing to ensure engaging and fair gameplay. This role involves extensive collaboration with animators, programmers, and other designers to bring combat systems to life. Playtesting and iteration are crucial parts of the job to fine-tune mechanics for an optimal player experience.

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Infographic showing various Combat Designer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,971 per year, or $29.3 per hour.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems (M1), 3 CR UME

On-site

Akima, LLC
Specialty Trade Contractors • 5 - 10K employees
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$28.38/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA) is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems (M1) to work in Fort Hood, TX. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities
  • The Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems (M1) is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and overhauling heavy military equipment, with a focus on combat systems such as Tanks including armament, automotive, auxiliary systems, cannon assemblies, recoil systems, traversing/elevating systems, stabilization, sighting/fire control, NBC systems, fuel systems, turbine/gasoline/diesel engines, cooling systems, transmissions, and final drives.
  • Conduct inspections and diagnostics on M1/M1A1, M113, and recovery vehicle systems.
  • The role requires specialized knowledge of hull and turret operations, plus general heavy equipment maintenance.
  • Perform field-level and sustained maintenance on engines, transmissions, drive trains, hydraulic systems, brakes, fuel systems, and electrical components.
  • Operate and inspect equipment to diagnose defects, dismantle/reassemble using hoists and hand tools, and replace defective engines, transmissions, and subassemblies.
  • Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
  • Weld broken parts and structural members.
  • Repair, adjust, and maintain mining machinery (stripping/loading shovels, drilling/cutting machines, continuous mining machines).
  • Oversee non-specialized mechanics to ensure quality repairs.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
  • Must be proficient with hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Must have experience with turbine engines, diesel/gasoline engines, and complex fire control systems.
  • Must have Operator-level knowledge of combat system capabilities and procedures.
  • Must have the ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background screening.
  • Must be able to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and for CAC (Common Access Card) eligibility.
  • Must be able to bring and use own General Mechanics tools.

Desired Skills and Experience:
  • 7 years of maintenance experience on a required combat system and construction equipment.
  • 5 years of maintenance supervisory experience.
  • Experience with U.S. Army maintenance procedures (AR 750-1).
  • U.S. Army MOS 91A series qualification.
  • CDL with Passenger Endorsement preferred.
  • ASE certification preferred.
  • HVAC EPA Tech Cert 608/609 preferred.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Valid driver's license.

Physical Demands:
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs., push/pull, carry, stoop, bend, squat, and reach.
  • Work in heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather.
  • Periodic overtime.

Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly rate $28.38.
  • Includes benefits, and growth opportunities.

Note: This is a military contractor position, so familiarity with Army maintenance standards and combat vehicle systems is essential.
"This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. Applicants selected may be offered a job - but cannot begin work until funding has been confirmed".
Job ID
2026-24036
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment.
As a FRA employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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As an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Akima is dedicated to delivering superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for our Iñupiat shareholders. Akima maintains a portfolio of small businesses, 8(a) companies, and operating companies that deliver simplified and accelerated access to the products and services agencies need to ensure mission success.

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Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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