Flight Ops Life Support Equipment Technician

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<div class="isg-job-description“>Job Title: Flight Ops Life Support Equipment Technician
Location: China Lake, CA /Edwards AFB, CA /Palmdale, CA /Henderson, NV (Primarily at China Lake but may need to go to the other locations to support program)
Duration: 12 months assignment with possible extension
Shift Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (20 hours per week, could be 40 hours at times pending need)
Pay Rate: $50/hr. W2
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance
Job Description:    

• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role.
• Client is seeking a skilled and motivated Aviation Life Support Systems (ALSS) Technician to join our Flight Operations team in China Lake / Edwards AFB, CA. This position will provide critical support for ALSS requirements across multiple military programs, including the F-15, F/A-18, and other current and future platforms. The ideal candidate will be a qualified ALSS technician with military, FAA, or equivalent certification and experience, capable of ensuring the highest standards of safety, maintenance, and operational readiness.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Perform inspection, maintenance, repair, and testing of aviation life support equipment, including flight suits, helmets, oxygen systems, ejection seats, and survival gear.
• Support flight operations by ensuring all ALSS equipment meets regulatory and program-specific requirements.
• Coordinate with flight crews, maintenance teams, and program managers to maintain ALSS readiness and compliance.
• Assist in training and mentoring junior technicians and flight personnel on ALSS procedures and safety protocols.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of ALSS technical orders, manuals, and regulatory guidance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance ALSS program effectiveness and safety.

Required Skills:

• Qualified Aviation Life Support Systems Technician through a U.S. military service, FAA certification, or an equivalent recognized program.
• Experience supporting military aviation life support programs, preferably with F-15, F/A-18, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of military and FAA aviation safety standards, technical orders, and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.
• Proficient in using maintenance tracking systems and standard office software (e.g., MS Office).
• U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in a military or defense contractor environment.
• Familiarity with multiple aircraft types and associated ALSS equipment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with diverse teams including pilots, maintenance personnel, and management.
• Ability to obtain a contractor Common Access Card (CAC) to military installations.

Required education:

• AA degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

About our Company: –
22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.
Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
“22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer” and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.”
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

 

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