Prototype Vehicle Technician — Tactical Systems

STS Aviation Group; Madison Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Madison Heights, MI seeks a Prototype Technician to build, disassemble, repair, and maintain prototype tactical vehicles while supporting engineering, testing, and customer demonstrations.

You will work with mechanical, hydraulic, drivetrain, and powertrain systems, read manuals, follow work instructions, and ensure safety and quality during vehicle builds; travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of verified mechanical experience in a medium-duty truck or heavy equipment shop environment.
• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, blueprints, and work instructions.
• ASE certification strongly preferred.
• Mechanical experience with International LLC trucks strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10–20% as required.
• Willingness to work mandatory overtime when needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and perform frequent standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.

Responsibilities

• Tear down and assemble tactical military vehicles according to engineering work instructions.
• Report build challenges and mechanical issues to supervisors during prototype development.
• Assist engineering teams in resolving technical and mechanical issues throughout vehicle builds.
• Support customer demonstrations, testing activities, and marketing events showcasing defense products.
• Repair and maintain heavy equipment, including engines, hydraulic systems, and transmissions.
• Remove, disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble vehicle components.
• Read and interpret service manuals, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and perform failure analysis when problems occur.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and other equipment required for assembly operations.
• Report safety concerns and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist Quality Assurance personnel with vehicle verification and functional testing.
• Perform daily housekeeping and maintain organized work areas.
• Follow all safety procedures, properly use PPE, and operate tools safely.
• Assist with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Blueprint interpretation

Read service manuals

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma

ASE certification

Job description

STS Technical Services in Madison Heights, MI seeks a Prototype Technician to build, disassemble, repair, and maintain prototype tactical vehicles while supporting engineering, testing, and customer demonstrations.

You will work with mechanical, hydraulic, drivetrain, and powertrain systems, read manuals, follow work instructions, and ensure safety and quality during vehicle builds; travel up to 20% may be required.