DynCorp International Jobs Aviation Life Support Equipment Technician

September 11, 2016 admin

DynCorp International Jobs Aviation Life Support Equipment Technician: The Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Technician serves as focal point for all logistics and repair functions for all supplied ALSE, first aid kits and Night Vision Devices.

Principal Accountabilities

Inspects, instructs, services and certifies individual and crew equipment
Order, receive and inventory kits and components
Resolve shipping discrepancies
Ensure proper fit of crew member clothing
Maintain ALSE and NVD for DoS and DI personnel
Maintain computerized inventories and records to ensure timely and accurate compliance with inspection intervals
Technician provides instruction to contractor and host nation personnel regarding the proper use and care of equipment
Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge & Skills

CMF 92 Supply & Services MOS series or other military/commercial equivalent (92R MOS preferred)
Must have working knowledge of aircrew and aircraft LSE requirements for extreme environmental and high risk areas of operation
Must be able to ascertain LSE requirements for a multi-type aircraft environment
Basic theory of flight and aircraft systems nomenclatures
Aircraft ground handling, movements, and hangar operations
Aircraft ground support equipment
Flight line/ramp safety procedures and aircraft fire-fighting procedures
Aviation maintenance data systems and associated documentation/forms
Life support equipment maintenance tools and tool control procedures
Principles of instruction
Seat kit survival components
Aircrew life raft and life preserver inspections/maintenance
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Moderate Risk Public Trust (MRPT) through Department of State Background Investigation is a condition of continued employment
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a U.S. Passport before assignment, this includes renewal and additional pages if applicable

Experience & Education

Minimum one (1) year verifiable experience as an ALSE technician
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Must possess a certificate of training as a school trained ALSE Technician

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for up to six hours per day and sit for up to two hours per day
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, and ladders and work stands
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
May be required to carry, push or pull up to 50 pounds
May be required to lift up to 50 pounds to height of four feet and be required to lift up to 35 pounds to height of 7 feet
Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sounds
Must be able to distinguish color and judge three dimensional depths
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, fork lift, etc.
Will be exposed to surface obstructions (ladders, stairs, etc)
May be exposed to rapid or extreme temperature changes, wind, and dust
May be exposed to chemical, mist, gas, vapors, ultra-violet and infra-red radiation
Will be exposed to loud noises
Must have minimum 20/100 near and far vision, correctable to 20/20
Also must be able to focus night vision devices (NVD) at a distance of at least 20 feet
Must not have physical restrictions or existing medical conditions that may prevent them from serving in a remote area with limited medical care
Be able to travel to and between remote location(s)
Travel to austere or inhospitable high stress environments may be required
Ability to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure may be required
May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft
May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, and aircraft