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Senior Equipment Specialist

Bedford, MA ยท On-site

$125 - $135/hr

Participate in technical order reviews, audits (FCA, PCA), and compliance assessments. Prepare Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) and support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and Technical ...

Technical Order & Configuration Support * Review and update hardware/software specifications, ensuring compliance with program standards * Maintain, ship, and track drawing packages and revisions

Equipment Specialist Senior

Ogden, UT ยท On-site

$95 - $135/hr

Technical Order & Configuration Support * Review and update hardware/software specifications, ensuring compliance with program standards * Maintain, ship, and track drawing packages and revisions

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Prepare and support Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), TO validation/verification, TO lifecycle planning, and digital TO system transition * Manage configuration documentation, baselines, DRs ...

Senior Equipment Specialist

Lincoln, MA ยท On-site

$80 - $110/hr

Prepare or assist with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) supporting configuration changes and inspections. * Support CCB and subordinate board activities by coordinating with Technical Content ...

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How much do technical order jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for technical order in the United States is $21.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a technical order?

A Technical Order (TO) is an official document that provides detailed instructions, procedures, and information required for the operation, maintenance, repair, or modification of equipment, systems, or aircraft, primarily within military and aerospace contexts. These documents ensure that users perform tasks correctly and safely, often including step-by-step guidance, diagrams, and safety warnings. Technical Orders are essential for standardizing maintenance procedures and ensuring compliance with regulations. They are regularly updated to reflect technological changes and operational requirements.

How does a Technical Order specialist typically collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams?

Technical Order specialists play a crucial role in bridging communication between engineering and maintenance teams. They are responsible for interpreting technical documents and ensuring that maintenance personnel have clear, accurate instructions for equipment servicing and repairs. Regular collaboration with engineers is common to clarify technical details, update documentation based on equipment modifications, and resolve discrepancies. This teamwork ensures that all parties are aligned on procedures, promoting safety and efficiency throughout maintenance operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a technical order specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Order Specialist, you need strong attention to detail, knowledge of technical documentation standards, and familiarity with engineering or maintenance processes, often supported by relevant technical education or military experience. Proficiency with document management systems, technical writing software, and industry-specific databases is typically required. Excellent organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication help you excel in this role. These skills ensure the accuracy and usability of technical orders, supporting safe and efficient operations.

What is the difference between Technical Order vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectTechnical OrderMaintenance Technician
CredentialsTechnical manuals, certifications in technical writing or documentationTrade certifications, vocational training, or technical school diploma
Work EnvironmentMilitary, aerospace, or manufacturing settings involving technical documentationIndustrial, facility, or equipment maintenance environments
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by military, aerospace, and manufacturing companies for documentationCommon in facilities management, manufacturing, and repair services

Technical Orders primarily focus on creating, managing, and interpreting technical documentation, while Maintenance Technicians perform hands-on repairs and maintenance tasks. Both roles require technical knowledge, but their core responsibilities differ significantly. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in technical and maintenance fields.

What are the most commonly searched types of Technical Order jobs?

The most popular types of Technical Order jobs are:

Infographic showing various Technical Order job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,945 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Senior Equipment Specialist

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.

Ogden, UT โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide expert logistics, equipment oversight, and configuration management for advanced Air Force training systems.

  • Support acquisition, technical integration, and lifecycle management activities related to systems and equipment.

  • Perform configuration management tasks, including reviewing and updating hardware/software specifications, managing documentation, and supporting change control processes.


Job description

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Equipment Specialist to support the Advanced Training Capabilities Division (AFLCMC/WNR). You'll provide expert logistics, equipment oversight, and configuration management for advanced Air Force training systems, ensuring readiness and sustainment across a diverse portfolio of warfighter training programs. This role supports acquisition, technical integration, and lifecycle management activities that enable WNRโ€™s mission to deliver advanced training capabilities for evolving operational needs.

This is a full-time position at Hill AFB in Ogden, UT.

In this role you will provide Equipment Specialist support that will provide CM activities and apply logistics best commercial practices and DoD directed concepts such as Performance-Based Logistics (PBL), public private partnering, and supply chain management. Perform configuration management tasks and apply the principles, criteria, and procedures of CM in support of systems and equipment acquired or sustained. 

Duties include, but not limited to:

Technical Order & Configuration Management

  • Review and update hardware/software specifications, ensuring compliance with program standards
  • Maintain, ship, and track drawing packages and revisions
  • Prepare and support Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs), TO validation/verification, TO lifecycle planning, and digital TO system transition
  • Manage configuration documentation, baselines, DRs, AFTO 22s, AFTO 252s, parts lists, and CM records
  • Support change control processes including ACSNs, ECPs, RD/RWs, Service Bulletins, QCPs, and CCB-related activities
  • Produce monthly configuration and deficiency metrics

Engineering, Audits & Program Support

  • Provide technical analysis for field, depot, and modification issues
  • Support OSS&E baselines, engineering plans, and system-specific drawing development
  • Attend/support FCAs, PCAs, compliance audits, CI audits, and TIMs (including minutes and action tracking)
  • Review change proposals for impacts and compliance; maintain historical records

Data Systems & Logistics

  • Access and utilize data from Blazer, IMDS, HFGCS tools, Communications Control Management System, and other enterprise systems for OSS&E/CM reporting
  • Monitor parts listings, identify missing NSN items, and process DLA entries
  • Support provisioning, source coding, maintenance data collection, and logistics documentation
  • Conduct Logistics Supportability Analysis to ensure SRU/LRU part availability

Inventory, Maintenance & User Support

  • Maintain and physically verify GFE inventory
  • Provide technical maintenance and TO support to users via phone, email, meetings, or field visits
  • Assist TOMA with TO cataloging, tracking, and user support requirements
  • Complete forms (873, 874, 875) and coordinate TO data requirements

Acquisition, Compliance & Government Interface

  • Evaluate Air Force directives and ensure compliance with Government and USAF standards
  • Provide feedback to Government on Combat & Mission Support Systems effectiveness
  • Support IPTs with research on maintenance and equipment management

Readiness, Systems & Specialty Expertise

  • Maintain system baselines, including part substitutions and CAGE updates
  • Use Government software tools to identify readiness issues and recommend improvements
  • Support logistics, provisioning, CM, technical order management, deficiency evaluations, and supply chain alternatives
  • Apply knowledge of Range systems, radar, and electronics systems across system and subsystem levels

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain a Secret level Clearance

Education: Bachelorโ€™s Degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD OR

    • 15 years of directly related experience, 8 years of which must be in the DoD

Preferred Qualifications:

Education: Masterโ€™s or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 10 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoD

Technical Skills
  • Management of program equipment requirements
  • Acquisition support and familiarity with DoD 5000series processes
  • Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) experience
  • Configuration Management (CM) and technical order lifecycle support
  • Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) inventory management
  • Proficiency with Technical Order Systems and equipment management systems
  • Advanced use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Interpersonal Skills

  • Strong coordination and communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Customer-focused support mindset

Additional Information

Location: Hill AFB

Travel: 5%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: On site

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Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the militaryโ€™s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities