Parachute Rigger

People, Technology & Processes; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

People, Technology & Processes is seeking a FAA-certified Parachute Rigger to support the Military Free Fall School at Yuma Proving Ground, AZ. Responsibilities include packing parachutes to OEM specs, repacking during active cycles, and maintaining standard logs.

The role requires current FAA Senior Parachute Rigger certification, US citizenship, and a current Secret clearance. Background checks and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• FAA Senior Parachute Rigger certification current.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Active Secret clearance required.
• Able to pass background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Pack Performance Designs main parachutes into approved containers per OEM guidelines.
• Repack instructor's alternate parachute during active jumps to minimize downtime.
• Pack a standard parachute within five minutes; surge pack up to 20 systems in 30 minutes.
• Complete and maintain the Army Parachute Log Record (DA Form 3912).
• Perform canopy patching and hand tacking; major repairs under supervision.
• Limit: not exceeding 40 parachute systems packed per rigger per day.

Education

FAA Senior Parachute Rigger certification

Job description

Position Title: Parachute RiggerLocation: Yuma Proving Ground, AZClearance required: SECRETScope of Work: Provides FAA-certified parachute rigger support to the Military Free Fall School at Yuma Proving Ground, AZ, packing non-tactical Ram-Air Parachute Systems to sustain continuous jump operations for school instructors.Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):Pack Performance Designs main parachutes into approved free-fall container systems per OEM recommendations and unit standard operating procedures.Repack an instructor's alternate parachute during active jump cycles to eliminate training downtime.Pack a standard parachute within a maximum of five (5) minutes and support surge packing of 20 systems within 30 minutes.Complete and maintain the Army Parachute Log Record (DA Form 3912) after each pack.Perform minor repairs such as canopy patching and hand tacking per 14 CFR Part 65; perform major repairs only under the direct supervision of a Master Parachute Rigger.Not exceeding 40 parachute systems packed per rigger per day.Valid FAA Senior-rated Parachute Rigger certification, current throughout the contractActive Secret clearanceU.S. citizenshipSuccessful completion of a practical pack interview (three Performance Designs main parachutes within 21 minutes)Compliance with FAA and 14 CFR Part 65 eligibility, including drug screening and random testingDocumented parachute rigging work history; ability to work independentlyAbility to pass a background check