Akima · 21 hours ago
THAAD Field Engineer (OCONUS - Clearance)
El Paso, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAkima Logistics Services (ALS) is seeking a THAAD Field Engineer to support the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Missile Defense System. The role involves providing field and sustainment level maintenance support to KSA THAAD Fire Units, assisting with training, and managing maintenance and sustainment programs.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides field and sustainment level maintenance support to KSA THAAD Fire Units
Supports the customer in managing and monitoring the maintenance and sustainment program to include scheduling services, system upgrades, and modifications
Performs all maintenance actions and troubleshooting procedures that are above the level of the Enhanced Operator/Maintainers (EOM) to include but not limited to software, hardware, interconnecting cabling, electrical system, and networks
Creates, updates, and completes Maintenance Actions (MA) within allotted time allocated
Demonstrate proficiency in reading and comprehending electrical and mechanical drawings
Assists with training KSA maintainer/operators in accordance with the CLS training program
Identify issues, develop, and submit investigation reports to assist program engineers with design changes
Ability to collect, package, and deliver system data files from the TFCC and Launchers
Performs Packaging, Handling, Storage & Transportation (PHS&T) in support of KSA THAAD Battery sustainment operations
Supports the maintenance and calibration of all special tools and equipment
Supports peculiar support equipment inspections and testing for corrosion issues
Provides guidance and assistance to support the mitigation and prevention of corrosion on the KSA tactical system
The ability to work in an austere environment with limited western amenities
Supports Missile Prevention and Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and conduct annual maintenance on all missile rounds in the KSA
Maintains Liquid Propellant Accident Response Team (LPART) suits and equipment
Supports movements of Missile Rounds on tactical sites to include the constitution and deconstitution of Missile Round Pallets (MRP)
Qualification
Required
3-5 years Air Defense technician experience with field & sustainment operations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs
U.S citizenship
Able to obtain U.S. Passport
Must possess an active security clearance SECRET level or higher
CompTIA Security+ certification or the ability to obtain it within five months of hiring
Must pass a background check to include criminal and credit
Able to meet the requirements for residence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Preferred
Experience with THAAD or Patriot System(s)
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Ability to establish and maintain networks (e.g., LAN, WAN, IP address schemes)
Working knowledge of Unix and Linux
Basic electrical / mechanical aptitude
Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics
Ability to apply fault detection / fault isolation procedures
Basic understanding of hydraulic operations
Basic understanding of the Army Supply System
Ability to apply appropriate Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation
Ability to manage and account for inventory
Knowledge or experience with U.S. Army Material Maintenance Management
Experience in Mideast/Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) providing sustaining and/or training support
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and the Microsoft Office Suite
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Competitive pay
Growth opportunities
Excellent retirement options
Company
Akima
Akima focuses on delivering services in the areas of logistics, IT, supply chain, systems engineering, construction and protective services.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Jenkins
Group President
Michael Alvarado
Chief Growth Officer
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