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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time parachute rigger in the United States is $47,800.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $55,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Parachute Rigger vs Parachute Rigger?

AspectFull Time Parachute RiggerParachute Rigger
CertificationsFAA certification requiredFAA certification required
Work EnvironmentMilitary, commercial, or civilian settingsMilitary or civilian parachuting operations
Employer & IndustryAirlines, military, skydiving centersMilitary units, civilian skydiving companies

Both Full Time Parachute Riggers and Parachute Riggers require FAA certification and work in similar environments. The main difference lies in employment status: Full Time Parachute Riggers are employed on a permanent basis, often with larger organizations, while Parachute Riggers may work freelance or part-time, often within military or civilian parachuting operations.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Parachute Rigger job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $47,800 per year, or $23 per hour.

CBA Aircraft Mechanic II - Parachute Rigger - F18

V2X

China Lake, CA • On-site

$54.04/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted yesterday

New


V2X rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 42 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 447 rated engineering


Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.


Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain and repair parachutes, seat pans, survival equipment, flight protective equipment and clothing, pack and rig parachutes, pack and equip life rafts. Fit and maintain; oxygen masks, flight clothing, anti-exposure suits and anti-G suits; operate and maintain carbon dioxide transfer and recharge equipment; operate and repair sewing machines; conduct special calendar/periodic inspections of survival equipment; supervise operation of parachute lofts and survival equipment work centers. Routine lifting in excess of OSHA standards is required. Routine ordnance loading will require team lifts of ordnance items up to 167 pounds’ load share per team member, in accordance with standard USN procedures.


Qualifications
  • Three years of practical experience at the O or I-level, performed within the last five years, is required.
  • Shall be a qualified Parachute Rigger (PR) “A” School graduate or equivalent Air Force or Army Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) course in accordance with the CNAFINST 4790.2 (series) to be allowed to perform Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) system maintenance
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level security clearance
  • Candidates must have been released from military service with an Honorable Discharge to meet minimum qualifications.

Salary - $54.04

  • Benefits include the following:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources
  • Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

Qualifications:
  • Three years of practical experience at the O or I-level, performed within the last five years, is required.
  • Shall be a qualified Parachute Rigger (PR) “A” School graduate or equivalent Air Force or Army Military Occupational Specialties (MOS) course in accordance with the CNAFINST 4790.2 (series) to be allowed to perform Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) system maintenance
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level security clearance
  • Candidates must have been released from military service with an Honorable Discharge to meet minimum qualifications.

Salary - $54.04

  • Benefits include the following:
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, including holidays
  • Learning and Development resources
  • Employee assistance resources
  • Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

McLean, VA, US

Year founded

1945