What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator – Military Systems position at Astrion?
Overview
Equipment Operator - Military Systems
LOCATION: Huntsville, Al.
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Secret
TRAVEL: As Needed
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Equipment Operator - Military Systems located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Astrion has worked extensively with the Missile Sensor Test Division where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.
Required Qualifications / Skills
Equipment Operator - Military Systems
LOCATION: Huntsville, Al.
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Secret
TRAVEL: As Needed
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Equipment Operator - Military Systems located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Astrion has worked extensively with the Missile Sensor Test Division where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients.
Required Qualifications / Skills
- Must have 7 years of applicable experience supporting engineering, design, or testing of hardware in the appropriate area of specialization; or 3 years of applicable college/vocational/military/technical school and 4 years of applicable experience in the assigned specialty area; and the following additional requirements:
- At least 6 years of the 7 years’ experience must include successful completion of vocational/military/technical school training in practical or industrial arts and a minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical fabrication and structural/fixture setup supporting engineering or testing of military hardware.
- Will need to have experience operating military equipment.
- Technician will operate machinery to include - Class VII and below forklifts, drive tanks, operate earth moving equipment, hold or obtain Class A CDL w/hazmat endorsement.
- Familiar with Standard Operating Procedures.
- Thorough, detail oriented, and organized, with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects at once.
- New hire will be capable of operating heavy equipment.
- Able to lift 75 pounds.
- Self-motivated and independent thinker with out-of-the-box ideas.
- Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance.
- Must have high school diploma or GED.
- Military munitions and arms experience.
- Have experience initiating safe plans of actions.
- Able to lead, participate, or provide input to a team of technicians.
- Experience working with engineers and senior management required.
- Exceptional customer relationship management is highly desirable.
- Willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
- Welding and/or mechanical skills will be utilized daily.
- This individual must be able to read, understand and adhere to all applicable SOP's and TSRA's.
- Some travel may be required.