Staff Field Technician 2

Applied Research Associates, Inc; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is seeking a field-oriented Construction Specialist to support testing at Kirtland AFB and White Sands Missile Range. The role involves fabrication of test articles, carpentry and welding, and operating heavy equipment on-site in varied conditions.

Qualifications include 3+ years in construction, ability to read drawings, and US citizenship. A Secret clearance is required, with up to 25% travel and the ability to lift 50 lbs. OSHA training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in the general construction field or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Welding with potential certification.
• Able to read provided design drawings.
• Lift 50lbs and travel up to 25%.
• US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Support field testing with the engineering/scientific staff at Kirtland AFB and White Sands Missile Range locations.
• Fabrication of test articles and general test support setup.
• Duties include fabrication of test articles, general clean up and equipment handling.
• Maintain an equipment inventory and ensure safe operation of construction equipment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Read design drawings

Problem solving

Welding certification

Job description

Job Category: Engineering Support Services

Requisition Number: STAFF010186

• Posted : October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Kirtland AFB, NM 87117, USA

Description

We’re looking for an individual tosupport field testing with the engineering/scientific staff at Kirtland Air Force Base, and White Sands Missile Range locations.The candidate will be supporting fabrication of structures and test articles, which include welding, carpentry, machining, concrete placements, heavy equipment operations and surveying. Must work well with others and provide innovative feedback and problem solving in teams of engineers and technicians.

The candidate should have a background in general construction with hands-on experience in various construction equipment such as saws, drills, forklifts, heavy equipment operations, welding, and mechanical abilities. Duties will include fabrication of test articles, general clean up, general test support setup.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• Problem Solving and communication skills
• US citizenship is required
• Maintain an equipment inventory
• Able to wear a respirator-Fit test for Air Purifier, Half – face and Full-face respirator
• Ability to read provided design drawings
• 25% Traveling
• work outside conditions
• Lift 50lbs

Experience and Skills Required:

• Critical thinking and the ability to employ best solution practices
• Ability to work well with a team
• Minimum of 3 years in the general construction field or equivalent.
• Operation of heavy equipment
• Welding with the ability to be certified
• Carpentry skills
• Concrete placing and finishing skills

Desired Skills:

• Survey experience
• OSHA training
• CDL

Loyal

Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

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