Aircrew Flight Equipment FAA Master Rigger

Network Runners, Inc.; Moody Air Force Base (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA/FSA

Job summary

Network Runners, Inc. is seeking three full-time Aircrew Flight Equipment FAA Master Riggers to support Moody Air Force Base, Georgia.

You will inspect, pack, repair, certify, fabricate, maintain, and train personnel on Aircrew Flight Equipment systems including parachutes and related gear. The role requires a current FAA Master Rigger Certificate, high school diploma or GED, and the ability to work at Moody AFB with standard 0745-1645 hours.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Master Rigger Certificate with experience/rating for chest- and back-style parachutes.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, pack, repair, assemble, and certify parachute systems within FAA Master Rigger scope.
• Maintain parachutist oxygen equipment, survival kits, life preservers, and related gear.
• Perform airdrop rigging procedures for various delivery systems per data.
• Operate sewing machines for parachute components fabrication and repair.
• Conduct structural repairs and manufacture parachute parts per approved methods.
• Perform inspections and quality control per Air Force guidance.
• Train personnel on parachute maintenance and inspection requirements.

Skills

FAA Master Rigger

Parachute maintenance knowledge

Train-the-Trainer readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Master Rigger Certificate

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Aircrew Flight Equipment FAA Master Rigger

• Moody Air Force Base, Georgia

Position Description

Network Runners is seeking three full-time Aircrew Flight Equipment FAA Master Riggers to support the 38th Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. The Master Riggers will inspect, pack, repair, certify, fabricate, maintain, and train personnel on specialized military and commercial parachute, airdrop, survival, oxygen, and related Aircrew Flight Equipment systems.

Number of Positions

3 positions

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect, pack, repair, assemble, and certify military free-fall, static-line, cargo, tandem, reserve, and mission-related parachute systems within the scope of the individual's FAA Master Rigger certificate.
• Perform inspection, maintenance, and repair of parachutist oxygen equipment, survival kits, life preservers, night-vision devices, and related Aircrew Flight Equipment.
• Perform airdrop rigging procedures for boats, ATVs, MRZRs, SRTVs, hard decks, cargo systems, and related delivery equipment in accordance with applicable technical data.
• Operate commercial-grade and light-duty sewing machines and related tools for cutting, assembling, fitting, stitching, installing, fabricating, and repairing parachute components.
• Perform critical structural repairs and manufacture/replace approved parachute component parts such as suspension lines, control lines, pilot chutes, and bridles using authorized techniques and materials.
• Operate altimeter test chambers and perform Drop Zone Control Officer/Drop Zone Safety Officer duties for unit jump operations as assigned.
• Document inspections and maintenance in AFERMS or similar systems and perform/document In Process Inspections and Quality Control Inspections in accordance with applicable Air Force guidance.
• Train Aircrew Flight Equipment personnel on parachute maintenance and inspection requirements in accordance with applicable career-field training guidance.
• Operate forklifts and Government vehicles as required to move and transport military equipment.

Minimum Education / Experience / Requirements

• Tier 1 SAR Code 8 (Non-Sensitive) background check; this position is specifically identified in the PWS as not requiring the Tier 3 Secret clearance applicable to most other labor categories.
• Current FAA Master Rigger Certificate with experience/rating for chest- and back-style parachutes.
• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Detailed knowledge of parachute-system maintenance concepts, procedures, assemblies, components, automatic activation devices, and technical data.
• Proficiency with computer systems and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to complete the military Train-the-Trainer course within 30 days after contract award and complete/maintain required unit-provided training such as DPAS/TBA, Shipper's Declaration, DZCO/DZSO, VLD escort, forklift, and Government driver's-license training.
• Valid REAL ID driver's license and ability to meet Moody AFB access, safety, training, and identification requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Past military experience.
• Military parachute certifications and experience supporting Air Force rescue, special operations, or Aircrew Flight Equipment programs.

Type of Job

Full Time

Salary

Competitive Salary

Attractive Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, HSA/FSA, LTD/STD, PTO, Federal Holidays

Work Location

Moody Air Force Base, Georgia, primarily supporting the 38th Rescue Squadron. Standard duty hours are generally 0745-1645, Monday through Friday, with mission-driven support as authorized.

Company Description

Network Runners, Inc. is an Information Technology Solutions Company providing innovative IT solutions and organizational support within the Department of Defense and the civil sector. Our largest presence is in the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, DHS/USCG, DHS/S&T, and USSTRATCOM, where we provide Information Technology and Organizational Support solutions. Today, NRI’s experienced and highly qualified team members support customers in multiple locations nationwide. We are recognized for our value, ingenuity, and mission focus. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, NRI is an established CMMI Maturity Level 3 and ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1, ISO/IEC 27001, and ISO 14001 certified Women-Owned Small Business.

Network Runners, Inc. (NRI) is an equal opportunity employer. NRI prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, ethnic or national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. NRI conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.