Must possess FAA Master Rigge certificate with back and chest rating or FAA Senior Rigger certificate with back rating and documented proof of having held one of the following military job codes:
Must possess FAA Master Rigge certificate with back and chest rating or FAA Senior Rigger certificate with back rating and documented proof of having held one of the following military job codes:
Senior Ski Lift Installer
South Lake Tahoe, CA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
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Dental
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Life
Retirement
PTO
As a Senior Ski Lift Installer, you will play a vital role in the construction of complex ski lift ... These positions require advanced knowledge of construction and rigging practices, strong ...
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Senior Ski Lift Installer
South Lake Tahoe, CA · On-site
$25 - $35/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
As a Senior Ski Lift Installer, you will play a vital role in the construction of complex ski lift ... These positions require advanced knowledge of construction and rigging practices, strong ...
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
Medical
Life
Retirement
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
Edwards, CA · On-site
$109K - $140K/yr
Medical
Life
Retirement
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
Edwards, CA · On-site
$109K - $140K/yr
Medical
Life
Retirement
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
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Life
Retirement
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
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Life
Retirement
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
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Retirement
Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger)
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Senior Life Support Technician (Parachute Rigger) Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Test and Evaluation (BT&E) Flight Operations - Military Programs is seeking a Senior Life Support Technician ...
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Manager, Rigging
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Rigging, this role contributes to the development and implementation of safe, efficient, and fit-for-purpose rigging systems that enable multi-Functional Area, and ...
Manager, Rigging
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Rigging, this role contributes to the development and implementation of safe, efficient, and fit-for-purpose rigging systems that enable multi-Functional Area, and ...
Manager, Rigging
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Rigging, this role contributes to the development and implementation of safe, efficient, and fit-for-purpose rigging systems that enable multi-Functional Area, and ...
Manager, Rigging
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Rigging, this role contributes to the development and implementation of safe, efficient, and fit-for-purpose rigging systems that enable multi-Functional Area, and ...
Senior Scene Technicians have demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of stage specialization ... Demonstrated skill with overhead rigging, including pulling and assembling points, and weight ...
Senior Scene Technicians have demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of stage specialization ... Demonstrated skill with overhead rigging, including pulling and assembling points, and weight ...
Senior Paraglider & Parachute Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$160K - $210K/yr
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Retirement
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Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per ... Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
Senior Paraglider & Parachute Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$160K - $210K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per ... Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
Senior Paraglider & Parachute Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$160K - $210K/yr
Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per ... Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
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Senior Paraglider & Parachute Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$160K - $210K/yr
Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per ... Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
Senior Paraglider & Parachute Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$160K - $210K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per ... Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
Senior Paraglider & Parachute Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$160K - $210K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Sr. Paraglider & Parachute Engineer Location: Playa Vista, California (in-person, five days per ... Be willing to "cut cloth" and work with riggers and sewing technicians to prototype designs rapidly.
Senior Software Engineer, UGC Validation
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our User-Generated Content (UGC) Validation ... Solid understanding of avatar schema compliance, rigging, skinning weights, and animation ...
Senior Software Engineer, UGC Validation
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$139K - $183K/yr
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our User-Generated Content (UGC) Validation ... Solid understanding of avatar schema compliance, rigging, skinning weights, and animation ...
Project Manager/Senior Project Manager
Long Beach, CA · On-site
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Bragg Crane & Rigging is a union steel erector with projects in southern California. The BC&R ... Senior Project Manager Salary: $160,000-$200,000 per year * Health and Wellness Benefits:
Project Manager/Senior Project Manager
Long Beach, CA · On-site
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Dental
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Bragg Crane & Rigging is a union steel erector with projects in southern California. The BC&R ... Senior Project Manager Salary: $160,000-$200,000 per year * Health and Wellness Benefits:
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics)
Irvine, CA · On-site
$149 - $276/hr
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Life
Retirement
PTO
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics) Requisition ID: R027710 Blizzard Animation, which ... rigging through animation, FX, lighting, rendering, and final delivery. This individual will ...
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics)
Irvine, CA · On-site
$149 - $276/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics) Requisition ID: R027710 Blizzard Animation, which ... rigging through animation, FX, lighting, rendering, and final delivery. This individual will ...
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics)
Irvine, CA · On-site
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Life
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Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics) Requisition ID: R027710 Blizzard Animation, which ... rigging through animation, FX, lighting, rendering, and final delivery. This individual will ...
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics)
Irvine, CA · On-site
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Dental
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Life
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PTO
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics) Requisition ID: R027710 Blizzard Animation, which ... rigging through animation, FX, lighting, rendering, and final delivery. This individual will ...
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics)
Medical
Dental
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Life
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PTO
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics) Requisition ID:R027710 Blizzard Animation, which ... rigging through animation, FX, lighting, rendering, and final delivery. This individual will ...
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics)
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Dental
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Life
Retirement
PTO
Senior Manager - Cinematics TD (SFD / Cinematics) Requisition ID:R027710 Blizzard Animation, which ... rigging through animation, FX, lighting, rendering, and final delivery. This individual will ...
Senior Pipeline Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$113K - $155K/yr
Medical
Dental
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Retirement
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The Senior Pipeline Engineer will lead the development of scalable, artist-friendly tools and ... Develop automation tools that accelerate workflows such as rigging, asset processing, and data ...
Senior Pipeline Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$113K - $155K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
The Senior Pipeline Engineer will lead the development of scalable, artist-friendly tools and ... Develop automation tools that accelerate workflows such as rigging, asset processing, and data ...
Senior Pipeline Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$113K - $155K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
The Senior Pipeline Engineer will lead the development of scalable, artist-friendly tools and ... Develop automation tools that accelerate workflows such as rigging, asset processing, and data ...
Senior Pipeline Engineer
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$113K - $155K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
The Senior Pipeline Engineer will lead the development of scalable, artist-friendly tools and ... Develop automation tools that accelerate workflows such as rigging, asset processing, and data ...
Senior Machinist - Machinist III PAYCOR
Elk Grove, CA · On-site
$40 - $48/hr
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Life
Retirement
PTO
Safe rigging and handling of large parts using overhead cranes * Advanced blueprint reading and GD ... Act as a senior technical resource on the shop floor * Mentor Machinist I & II team members
Senior Machinist - Machinist III PAYCOR
Elk Grove, CA · On-site
$40 - $48/hr
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Dental
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Retirement
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Safe rigging and handling of large parts using overhead cranes * Advanced blueprint reading and GD ... Act as a senior technical resource on the shop floor * Mentor Machinist I & II team members
Senior Rigger information
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$24.7K - $37.1K
14% of jobs
$43.3K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$37.1K - $49.5K
22% of jobs
$49.5K - $62K
9% of jobs
The median wage is $70.8K / yr.
$62K - $74.4K
7% of jobs
$74.4K - $86.8K
12% of jobs
$96.8K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$86.8K - $99.2K
14% of jobs
$99.2K - $111.7K
9% of jobs
$111.7K - $124.1K
4% of jobs
$124.1K - $136.5K
3% of jobs
$136.5K - $148.9K
4% of jobs
$148.9K - $161.4K
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$24.7K
$79.2K
$161.4K
How much do senior rigger jobs pay per year?
What is a senior rigger?
What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a senior rigger?
As a Senior Rigger, your daily tasks include planning and overseeing rigging operations, inspecting equipment for safety and compliance, and supervising a team of riggers on site. You'll work closely with engineers and project managers to execute lifting or installation plans, often contributing to risk assessments and method statements. Coordination and clear communication are critical, as you may lead toolbox talks, provide on-the-job training, and adapt to shifting project requirements. This hands-on role is both physically demanding and highly collaborative, offering opportunities to develop leadership skills and advance to supervisory roles.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior rigger?
To thrive as a Senior Rigger, you need advanced knowledge of rigging principles, mechanical systems, and safety protocols, often backed by several years of hands-on experience in construction, entertainment, or offshore environments. Proficiency with rigging equipment, load calculation software, and certifications such as NCCCO or IRATA is commonly required. Leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing teams and collaborating with engineers or project managers. These competencies ensure safe, efficient, and successful completion of complex lifting or installation projects.
What does a senior rigger do?
A Senior Rigger is responsible for assembling, installing, and maintaining rigging systems used in lifting and moving heavy objects, often in industries like construction, entertainment, and offshore operations. They ensure safety by inspecting rigging equipment, calculating load weights, and following industry regulations. Senior Riggers also supervise junior riggers, collaborate with engineers and other teams, and troubleshoot rigging issues. Their expertise helps prevent accidents and ensures efficient lifting operations.
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Contractor
Posted 28 days ago
Job description
* Pack tactical and non-tactical Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) Ram Air Personnel Parachute Systems (RAPPS). Must be qualified to pack and maintain military owned parachutes systems to include but not limited to the following: MT-2XX main/reserve and non-standard main/reserve. Qualifications and certifications are listed below.
* Pack all and maintain all systems in accordance with military technical manuals and/or the manufacture’s recommendations.
* Fill out and actively maintain parachute history cards after each parachute is packed or maintenance is performed. It is imperative that all log entries are both accurate and fully legible.
* Perform repairs such as the patching of canopies, line replacements, hand-tacking and so on in accordance with FAR part 65, applicable military technical manuals & FAA-H-8083-17 Parachute Rigger Handbook PG 1-2. The two types of certificates differ in the level of experience and responsibility.
* Contracted personnel may be required to assist in military Rigger activity in and around active and in-active aircraft at the discretion of the work supervisor, and qualification level if qualified, perform any job duties on or related to oxygen equipment
* Contractors will not perform parachute jumps, fast roping, or rappelling from government/military aircraft in the performance of air operational duties. Requirements * Must possess FAA Master Rigge certificate with back and chest rating or FAA Senior Rigger certificate with back rating and documented proof of having held one of the following military job codes: Navy: 773A, Army: 92R or 921A or USMC: 0451.
* Must possess a validated certificate of graduation from U.S. Army Quartermaster Rigger School or CNATTU Learning Site Fort Lee for the MT-2XX parachute system.
* Must have a minimum of four (4) years maintenance experience in support of military airborne operations.
* Possess a valid state driver’s license.
* Be able to drive Government-owned trucks, forklifts and vans. No CDL license required.
* Be able to operate a Personal Computer (PC) with common/standard business software programs. Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, to include Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Have direct knowledge of installation level and strategic support logistic programs and systems that relate to logistic capability and capacity.
* Possess an excellent work ethic.
* Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Pay strong attention to detail and be highly accurate in performing all tasks.
* Perform duties independently, with minimal oversight.
* Be able to write correspondence in a military format, when necessary. * The following are additional qualifications/certifications that are desired:
* Possess a validated certificate of graduation from U.S. Army Quartermaster Rigger School or CNATTU Learning Site Fort Lee for the MC-6, T-11R, and cargo parachute systems.
* If a FAA Senior Rigger, have a chest rating
* Joint Airdrop Inspector (JAI) The Ascendancy Group (TAG) was founded on and thrives based on relationships, reputation, and trust. We are passionate about everything we do. One hundred percent of our government-focused teammates are former members of the Department of War or the Intelligence Community who still believe in supporting our nation. We offer like-minded individuals the opportunity to continue working in small teams on unique and challenging problem sets that further our nation's security. If you possess the experience, qualifications and drive required for this position, please APPLY NOW for consideration!
About Ascendancy Group
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Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Virginia Beach, VA, US
Year founded
2012