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$28.38/hr

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems, Lead/Technical Inspector analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, Bulldozers, Bradley's, Abrams tanks ...

$28.38/hr

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 ...

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Five Rivers Analytics (FRA) is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems (Construction Engineer) to work in Fort Hood, TX. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

$24.57/hr

Responsibilities The Heavy Equipment Operator, Combat Systems (Construction) operates with heavy equipment cranes, clamshells, power shovels, motor graders, heavy loaders, carryalls, bulldozers ...

$24.57/hr

Responsibilities The Heavy Equipment Operator, Combat Systems (M1) operates heavy equipment such as Tanks, Bradley Fighting Vehicles, and Paladins. Please note this is not designed to cover or ...

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What are the typical daily responsibilities in a combat systems role?

In a Combat Systems role, your daily responsibilities often include monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced weapon and sensor systems to ensure operational readiness. You’ll collaborate closely with electronics technicians, engineers, and operational crews to perform system diagnostics, repairs, and routine preventative maintenance. Additionally, you may participate in simulation exercises, system upgrades, and technical briefings to keep your skills and knowledge up to date. This hands-on role often requires flexibility and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability in high-stakes environments.

What is a combat systems?

A Combat Systems job involves operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced military weapon and defense systems. Personnel in this role work with radar, sonar, missile defense, and other integrated technologies to ensure combat readiness. Responsibilities may include testing equipment, coordinating with other military units, and ensuring system functionality in high-pressure environments. These roles are essential in both offensive and defensive military operations, requiring technical expertise and problem-solving skills. Combat Systems specialists may work aboard naval ships, in ground-based installations, or alongside combat units, depending on their branch and assignment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the combat systems position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Combat Systems role, you need a strong understanding of electronics, computer systems, and mechanical engineering principles, often supported by relevant technical training or a degree in a STEM field. Experience with radar, sonar, weapons control systems, and certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or military-specific credentials are highly valued. Exceptional problem-solving skills, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are important soft skills in this environment. These attributes are crucial for ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of critical defense systems and for safeguarding mission success.

What job categories do people searching Combat Systems jobs in Texas look for? The top searched job categories for Combat Systems jobs in Texas are:
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems, Lead/TI (Pass-Back)

Akima, LLC

On-site

$28.38/hr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 8 days ago


Akima rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

319th of 439 rated engineering


Job description

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO) is looking for a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems, Lead/Technicial Inspector to work in Fort Hood, TX. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Combat Systems, Lead/Technical Inspector analyzes malfunctions and repairs, rebuilds and maintains power equipment, such as cranes, Bulldozers, Bradley's, Abrams tanks, Paladins, pumps, compressors, pneumatic tools, and tracked/wheeled vehicles. This worker operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects, dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools, examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges, replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions, and tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency. May direct workers engaged in cleaning parts and assisting with assembly and disassembly of equipment, and may repair, adjust and maintain machinery, such as Abrams, Bradley's and Paladins. This Mechanic must be specialized through education and experience in a military combat system which would include Bradley's, Tanks or Paladins hull and turret operations.
Responsibilities
  • Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required, replacing worn or broken components on both hull and turret of specific combat systems.
  • Educating and providing oversight to non-specialized mechanics to ensure quality services and repairs.
  • Requires well rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent.
  • Identification as LEAD, adds administrative duties to the standard labor category. Administrative duties include personnel accountability, timekeeping, drafting and submitting reports, creating a safety culture, and enforcing company/contract requirements and standards.

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
  • 12+ years maintenance experience on a required combat system (Bradley, Tank, Paladin).
  • Operator level knowledge of system capabilities and procedures to operate combat systems.
  • Experience in U.S. Army maintenance procedures and AR 750-1.
  • Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
  • Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result and obtain and maintain a CAC.
  • Ability to bring and use own tools.

Desired Qualifications:
  • 7+ years maintenance supervisory experience.
  • US Army MOS 91/63 series qualification.
  • ASE Certified Preferred.
  • HVAC EPA Tech Cert 608/609.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement.
  • High School Diploma / GED.

Physical Demands:
  • Physical requirements include (but are not limited to) the ability to lift 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, bending, squatting, and reaching.
  • Work environment includes periodic overtime, exposure to heat, dust, cold, and inclement weather conditions.

Pay and Benefits:
  • Hourly Compensation: $28.38.
  • Hourly Health & Welfare: $5.09.

Job ID
2026-24473
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities 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 AFO, 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, AFO 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, AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.
As an AFO 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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About Akima

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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.

Industry

Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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