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Fort Worth, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1719

Salary Range: $35.00 To $38.63 Hourly

Company Overview:

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET), Incorporated is a Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) system engineering and information technology firm. Incorporated in 1999, we support mission critical Information Technology (IT) business needs for clients within the intelligence community (IC), Department of Defense (DOD), Veteran Administration (VA) and for select commercial clients. ACET, Inc.’s technical, programmatic, and analytical professionals are experts in commercial technology, customized solutions, and proprietary government systems.

The Position:

This position is awaiting contract award.

We are seeking an entry-to-mid-level Aircraft Survival Equipment Technician I to support organizational-level (O-Level) Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) maintenance for the F/A- variants assigned to NAS JRB Fort Worth.

Operating under the close supervision of senior technicians and shop leads, you will assist in inspecting, maintaining, fitting, and repairing survival equipment, flight gear, and environmental systems. This position offers an excellent track to grow your tactical aviation career while playing a direct role in pilot safety and mission readiness.

Responsibilities:Survival Equipment & Flight Gear Maintenance:

• Assist with routine scheduled and unscheduled inspections, cleaning, and basic servicing of aircrew flight gear, including helmets, G-suits, oxygen masks, torso harnesses, and survival vests.
• Support senior technicians in inspecting and packing aircrew survival equipment such as life rafts, parachutes, and survival kits.
• Assist in checking oxygen systems, regulators, and liquid oxygen (LOX) converters following precise maintenance manuals.
• Utilize specialized test equipment to verify the integrity and airtight seals of oxygen equipment and flight gear garments.

Documentation & Shop Safety:

• Log daily maintenance actions, inspections, and equipment serialization accurately within military electronic tracking software (NALCOMIS / OOMA).
• Help verify that life-limited survival items (pyrotechnics, batteries, shelf-life items) are tracked and swapped out before expiration dates.
• Adhere strictly to the squadron's Tool Control Program (TCP) by participating in mandatory toolbox inventories at the start and end of every shift.
• Enforce Foreign Object Damage (FOD) mitigation rules and safely handle hazardous materials or low-grade pyrotechnics associated with survival gear.

Workcenter & Flight Line Support:

• Provide custom fitting support for pilots and aircrew under the oversight of a certified Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI).
• Participate in general flight line duties, including pilot gear walk-outs, line servicing, and launch/recovery support cycles.
• Maintain an immaculate, orderly work environment within the paraloft, ALSS shop, and gear storage areas.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of military or commercial aviation survival equipment (PR / ALSS) experience, ideally working with military tactical jets or similar aviation settings.
• Basic understanding of the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP / COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series) and oxygen system safety protocols.
• Tools: Basic familiarity with sewing machines, pressure test sets, multi-meters, and standard hand tools.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance to access base facilities and flight line networks.
• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of military aircrew survival equipment training (e.g., USN/USMC PR "A" school or equivalent) is highly required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience handling or inspecting oxygen equipment specific to the F/A-18 Hornet platform.
• Basic understanding of parachute packing loops and safety-of-flight inspection checkpoints.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely lift, carry, and maneuver equipment boxes or survival components weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and fine motor skills required for intricate tasks like sewing, handling fine wiring, and inspecting safety pins.
• Physical capability to bend, kneel, reach overhead, and stand for long periods inside or around aircraft cockpits.
• Resilience to work in both a climate-controlled paraloft and an outdoor flight line subject to extreme North Texas seasonal weather and high noise environments.

Why Join ACET:

ACET continues to expand its aerospace and aviation sustainment operations supporting multiple Department of Defense aviation platforms worldwide. This position provides the opportunity to directly shape strategic sustainment growth initiatives while supporting operational readiness and mission success across the global aviation enterprise.

What We Offer:

At ACET, we believe that our employees are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a comprehensive Total Rewards program that recognizes and supports the diverse needs of our workforce. Our offerings are designed to attract, motivate, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and well-being.

• Employee benefits include the following:
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Program
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Please note that all compensation, benefits, and policies are subject to change at the company's discretion. While we make every effort to provide advance notice of changes, adjustments may occur based on business needs, economic conditions, and industry standards.

Must be US Citizen to apply

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

Drug Free Workplace:

ACET is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Aff…. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.