Aircrew Survival Flight Equipment Technician I
Location Norfolk, VA Job Posting No 111578
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Start Date 06/01/2024 Contract CFT Norfolk
Salary Range CFTNWD Posting Date 04/03/2024
Union No FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full Time
Relocation No Travel Possible
M1 is looking for a(n) Aircrew Survival Flight Equipment Technician I
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• This occupation includes jobs involved in disassembling, repairing, testing, troubleshooting,

examining, fitting, modifying, maintaining, installing, and determining serviceability of aircraft
survival and flight equipment such as helmets, torso harness assemblies, preservers,
parachutes, life rafts, chemical and biological protective devices, survival kits, oxygen masks,
and anti-G-suits.

• The work includes operational and circuit checks of emergency signaling and communication

devices such as survival radios and beacons.

• The work requires knowledge of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance

procedures, pyrotechnic and explosive devices, and aircraft egress systems.

• In addition, the work requires familiarity with aircraft assigned to the unit, detailed knowledge

of the operation and characteristics of aircraft survival and flight equipment, and the ability to
demonstrate and explain proper usage and operation of the equipment.
Qualifications and Experience:

• Requires familiarity with aircraft assigned to the unit, detailed knowledge of the operation and

characteristics of aircraft survival and flight equipment, and the ability to demonstrate and explain
Proper usage and operation of the equipment.

• requires knowledge of mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance procedures, pyrotechnic

and explosive devices, and aircraft egress systems.

• High School diploma or GED is mandatory.
• Thorough understanding of DOD aircraft maintenance processes preferred.
• Must have a working knowledge of computers (input/extract data).
• Must speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Obtain/maintain security clearance, DOD CAC privileges, and Special Access Badge requirements.
• Must be able to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
• Current valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Ability to travel
• Must be willing and able to deal with the customer and company employees in a courteous and

professional manner.

• Must be able to meet any Government/Company licensing/qualification requirements for the position.
• Graduate of Navy PR or Air Force or Army MOS Course or equivalent. An aviators Breathing Oxygen

(ABO) operator/analyst shall be a graduate of an approved ABO school

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in aviation life support equipment maintenance.
• Must be able to pass an ordinance physical and become explosives handling certified within thirty (30)

days of date of hire or assignment to position.

• Familiarization with COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series, and other applicable Navy instructions,

maintenance instruction manuals, IPB's, manufacturer's manuals and company instructions as required
for the performance of job functions.
Working Conditions:

• Environment ranges from office to hangar and flight line and requires extensive climbing,

standing, stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking demands.
M1 Support Services, a woman-owned, disabled veteran, business headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and
maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.
M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D,
Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee
Assistance Program.