UABOS Spain: War Reserve Equipment Technician (AGE)

KBR Careers; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Career development

Job summary

KBR Morón AFB, Spain seeks a War Reserve Equipment - AGE Technician to inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair a diverse AGE/GSE fleet supporting WRM programs. This expatriate role backs flight line operations and requires strong technical skills, TO adherence, and safety discipline.

Responsibilities include diagnostics of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and HVAC systems, documenting actions, and mentoring junior mechanics.

Qualifications

• US Citizen with high school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years AGE/GSE maintenance in military or civilian aviation.
• Ability to obtain US Secret Clearance and possess a valid driver's license.
• Experience using ELMS/IMDS or equivalent maintenance databases.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on AGE/GSE and related systems.
• Conduct quality inspections and sign-offs per TOs and safety directives.
• Train and mentor junior mechanics for troubleshooting and safety.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Document actions, parts usage, and labor hours in logs and systems.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical aptitude

Flight line safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ELMS

IMDS

TOs manuals

Job description

Title

UABOS Spain: War Reserve Equipment Technician (AGE)

Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

Program Summary

KBR supports the operational needs of U.S. armed forces at Morón Air Base in Spain and several bases in Turkey. Our services ensure smooth operations, allowing Air Force and government personnel to focus on their missions. We provide program management, civil engineering, morale, welfare, and recreation support, among other essential services. Awarded by the Air Force Installation Contracting Center, our contract spans a five-year base period with three one-year options, reflecting our commitment to excellence and operational support.

Job Summary

Join KBR’s elite team at Morón Air Base in Spain as a War Reserve Material - Aerospace Ground Support Equipment (WRM - AGE) Technician and play a pivotal role in keeping military aviation flying. In this mission-critical expatriate position, you will be responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of a diverse fleet of powered and non-powered ground support equipment supporting the UABOS War Reserve Materiel (WRM) program. Our technicians function as the backbone of WRM and flight line operations, ensuring that essential power, hydraulic, and environmental control systems are fully mission-capable at a moment's notice. This role offers an extraordinary opportunity to continue your professional journey or seamlessly transition your military experience into a dynamic international environment, utilizing your high-level technical skills to directly support U.S. and allied air operations. Experience the unique culture and beautiful lifestyle of southern Spain while advancing your career with an industry leader!

Roles And Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, periodic inspections, and safety checks on a wide range of powered and non-powered Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) / Ground Support Equipment (GSE). This includes Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) trailers, aluminum rail sets, and conveyors.
• Perform final 7-level quality control inspections and formal sign-offs on inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance completed by mechanics, verifying strict compliance with Technical Orders (TOs) and safety directives.
• Train, mentor, and guide junior mechanics as required to develop their technical troubleshooting, repair capabilities, and flight line safety awareness.
• Diagnoses, troubleshoot, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems on units such as generators, air compressors, air conditioners, floodlights, and bomb lifts.
• Service support equipment with fuel, engine oil, hydraulic fluid, coolant, water, and compressed air, ensuring all fluid levels are properly maintained.
• Read, interpret, and strictly follow TOs, manufacturer manuals, electrical schematics, and engineering diagrams to perform precise repairs and modifications.
• Document all maintenance actions, inspections, parts usage, and labor hours in paper-based logs and automated maintenance systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, enforcing strict tool control, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention, and hazardous material/waste safety guidelines.
• Dispatch, position, and recover support equipment on the flight line to facilitate active aircraft maintenance and flying operations.
• Physical requirements include lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. unassisted on a regular basis, and stand, bend, or kneel for extended periods in an active flightline/industrial environment.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as an AGE or GSE Mechanic in a military or civilian aviation environment.
• Must meet the standards of a US Air Force (USAF) AFSC 2A6X2 (Aerospace Ground Equipment/AGE) or AFSC 2W0X1 (Munitions Systems/AMMO) Journeyman or Craftsman (7-Level). In lieu of a USAF background, equivalent experience in other US military branch ground support equipment (GSE)/ordnance roles, or civilian aviation ground support equipment maintenance at commercial airports, is fully acceptable.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing the Enterprise Logistics Management System (ELMS), Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS), or an equivalent automated military or civil aviation maintenance database to track, record, and document maintenance actions.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification (Section 608) or equivalent environmental certification for refrigerant handling.
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful completion of the formal USAF AGE Training Course or Munitions Systems Apprentice Course.
• Prior experience supporting a War Reserve Materiel (WRM) program or working on military aircraft base operations support contracts.
• Technical certifications in heavy diesel engine repair, advanced AC/DC electrical circuitry, or HVAC systems.
• Heavy equipment towing experience and/or a valid forklift operator certification (up to 10k capacity).

KBR Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include medical, dental, AD&D.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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