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Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays Preferred Qualifications: * Prior airport escort or airfield operations experience * ACI (Airport Council International) Escort ...

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays Preferred Qualifications: * Prior airport escort or airfield operations experience * ACI (Airport Council International) Escort ...

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays Preferred Qualifications: * Prior airport escort or airfield operations experience * ACI (Airport Council International) Escort ...

Airport Operations Specialist

Prescott, AZ · On-site

$22.32 - $27.90/hr

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AIRPORT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST Prescott Regional Airport ... weekends, holidays, on-call, and/or being available to respond to a variety of airfield problems ...

Airport Operations Specialist

Prescott, AZ · On-site

$22.32 - $27.90/hr

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AIRPORT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST Prescott Regional Airport ... weekends, holidays, on-call, and/or being available to respond to a variety of airfield problems ...

Skilled Laborer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... live airfield operations with heightened awareness and attention to safety. • Willingness to ... Weekends as needed Ability to Commute: * Richmond Int Airport, VA 23250 (Required) Ability to ...

Skilled Laborer

Greensboro, GA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

... live airfield operations with heightened awareness and attention to safety. • Willingness to ... Weekends as needed Ability to Commute: * Greensboro, GA Work Location: In person

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General Atomics

Palmdale, CA • On-site

$38K - $56K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


General Atomics rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 59 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Under supervision of the airfield supervisor or shift lead, this position serves as a crew member responsible for maintaining airfield/movement area in compliance with company requirements. Conducts inspections to identify hazards to safe aircraft operations and maintenance. Responds to all airfield incidents/accidents as a member of the ARFF/Emergency Response Team. Ensures constant level of preparedness through company, department, and self-education training for airfield operations and emergency response. This position's work schedule is a 40-hour/ 5-day work week.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Performs inspections of airport operational areas and equipment including runway and taxiways, airfield lighting, parking aprons, hangars, and fuel storage areas.
  • Performs duties to monitor and enforce flight, fire and life safety regulations/procedures including flight line vehicle operations and foreign object debris control.
  • Provides crash response services to remotely piloted aircraft operating at the airfield and prepares site for follow-on investigation in accordance with the facility Mishap Plan.
  • Performs fire prevention activities and services throughout the airfield facility, including fire detection rounds and response to hazardous material spills as necessary.
  • Responds to other emergencies as necessary and is prepared to provide basic first-aid service, including CPR/AED, to company personnel in distress. Coordinates with public emergency services as necessary.
  • Maintain all departmental equipment in a serviceable/ready status, including fire vehicles, response vehicles, extinguishing equipment and other related tools.
  • Ensures compliance with required training and maintains any required certifications.
  • Willingness to participate in on the job training for driving and operation of airfield firefighting vehicles (ARFF Fire Trucks).
  • Required to perform shift work in a rotation of days, evenings and nights, to include weekends and holidays.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
  • Additional Duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications
  • Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have ability to understand concepts relating to aircraft emergency response, associated equipment, airport operations and fire prevention activities.
  • Completion of Firefighter 1 academy or FF-1 certification (IFSAC , Pro Board, California State Fire Marshal's Office / California State Fire Training, California State Board of Fire Services, DoD, or verifiable equivalences) is required.
  • Must possess the ability to lift up to 50 pounds;
  • The ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other company departments and outside agencies.
  • The ability to accurately document and maintain records and files.
  • The ability to operate heavy equipment.
  • A valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
  • The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work different shifts, workdays, and additional hours as required.

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General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Diego, CA, US

Year founded

1955