Engineering Technician III

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Dayton, OH

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our team at the Wright Patterson Air Force Bases Wind Tunnel Testing Facility (AFRL/RQVX). AFRL/RQVX primarily provides wind tunnel testing and experiments to satisfy the requirements of researchers within the DoD as well as from industry. The testing facility consists of a full spectrum of wind tunnel types and sizes that all require complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and high-pressure systems to generate the various air speeds involved in the research.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• The Preventative Maintenance Team is required to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Must be proficient in multiple skill areas to include various types of mechanical systems, maintenance activities, and light fabrication.
• This person will perform medium to high-level machine systems troubleshooting and repair as well as provide technical support for all phases of wind tunnel operation.
  
  

Sample systems and hardware include, but are not limited to:

• Unique mechanical systems for wind tunnels and their related support equipment
• Large electrical motors and AC/DC generators.
• Various sized air compressors (screw or piston) with pressure ratings from 0-3000 psi
• Air dryers, both low and high pressure and high pressure
• Pressure vessels
• Lifting devices such as overhead cranes, forklift trucks, and man lifts
• Oil pumps, water pumps, hydraulic pumps, and related control systems
• Cooling towers and systems
• High pressure air systems
• Vacuum systems
• Electric and hydraulic actuators
  
  

Competencies

Successful candidate will demonstrate broad skills in an industrial/maintenance environment where duties change on a daily basis and often include activities that are highly customized and take an innovative approach. General knowledge areas include, but are not limited to: mechanical, plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, cooling, and high pressure systems.

Education And/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• At least 5 years of related experience and/or training preferred in an industrial mechanical maintenance or manufacturing environment.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or Associate Degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school, a plus but not required.
  
  

Other Positions Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance by date of hire.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.
  
  

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Identity Protection
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Spending Accounts
• Group Legal Coverage Options
• Pet Insurance
  
  

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE:

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

CJ