GWEF PLANT O&M SPECIALIST

Reliance Test And Technology; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology is seeking a GWEF Plant O&M Specialist to support major ground test facilities at Eglin AFB, FL. The role requires hands-on fabrication, maintenance of hydraulic flight motion simulators, and precision equipment operation on site.

Responsibilities include building components for HITL systems, performing shop calculations, and maintaining test areas while adhering to government specifications and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Training certificates in electronics, engineering, machining, or mechanics from trade schools, colleges, military, etc.
• Must possess extensive working knowledge to operate large complex industrial scale systems including HITL components.

Responsibilities

• Maintain flight motion simulator hydraulic systems.
• Build/fabricate components for HITL simulations and associated equipment.
• Set up and operate precision tools and machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrosion control.
• Reconfigure test areas and equipment; keep work areas clean and organized.

Skills

Fabrication

Maintenance

Precision tools

Education

Vocational / Trade School / Military Education

Tools

Lathes

Job description

Reliance Test & Technology

Job Title: GWEF PLANT O&M SPECIALIST

Security Clearance Required: Top Secret

Location: Eglin AFB, FL, US 32542

Job Type: Full-time

Education: Vocational / Trade School / Military Education

Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category: Technicians

Job Description:

PLANT O&M SPECIALIST

Major Ground Test Facilities

GWEF, Building 374, Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Requisition ID: R-91-26

Classification:

Plant O&M Specialist; CBA Wage Rate; $36.39/Hourly

Type:

Non-Exempt, Full-time,

Work Location:

GWEF, Eglin AFB, FL – On Site

Posting Date:

Available to Internal Applicants (09/02/2026) / Available to External Applicants (09/08/2026)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Works independently to resolve routine and moderately difficult tasks with occasional support and consults with higher level expertise as needed. Expected to be fully proficient in the area of expertise. Provide support for fabrication and maintenance of complex hardware in-the-loop (HITL) components. Understand and analyze data from documents, including Government specifications to determine feasibility of a design or application.

GENERAL DUTIES:

Core Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain flight motion simulator hydraulic systems.
• Build/fabricate components to be installed, operated, and maintained in systems and fixtures for HITL simulations, including general laboratory equipment, complex instrumentation, flight motion simulators, rate tables and target generation equipment with precision optical components.
• Perform technical shop computations such as dimensioning and tooling and establishing optimum feed rates and machine speeds.
• Set up and operate lathes, drill presses, milling machines, other precision tools and hand tools.
• Cut, drill, tap and accomplish work in a variety of metals.
• Perform metal inert gas and tungsten inert gas welding and silver soldering.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrosion control.
• Maintain and reconfigure test areas and equipment, including cleaning, painting, routine servicing, light repair, construction, and general housekeeping of the GWEF work areas.

Job Requirements:

OTHER DUTIES:

Provide facility security, according to the Government operating instructions, for access control, security escort and building opening and closing.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Training certificates in electronics, engineering, machining, or mechanics from trade schools, colleges, military, etc. Must possess an extensive working knowledge to understand, operate, and maintain large complex industrial scale systems including hydraulic flight motion simulators, machining/fabrication systems, etc.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must hold Top Secret security clearance. Supports E-OMS operational objectives; observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Most duties will be performed in a temperature-controlled office environment. May require outside work occasionally.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Will be subject to substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must be able to have close visual acuity to perform activities; and require some lifting or moving of heavy objects or materials.

Note:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.

Reliance Test & Technology is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call the RT&T Human Resources Department at [phone].

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.