Flight Equipment Technician

Subsidiary: KIRA Aviation Services LLC

Job Title: Flight Equipment Technician

Work Location: MCAS - Cherry Point, NC

Labor Category: Full-Time | Non-Exempt | SCA (Service Contract Act)

Clearance Level: N/A

Travel Requirement: Up to 25%

Pay Rate: $33.59 per hour

Health & Welfare: $4.93 per hour up to 40 hours

At Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC), your work goes beyond the job description-it becomes part of a purpose-driven legacy. Our continuous commitment to growth directly contributes to the strength, resilience, and future of the communities we support. Our growth fuels programs, services, and lasting value for the Tribe, making every success a shared one.

For over 35 years THTBC and its subsidiaries has delivered essential services to federal clients across the globe. Whether supporting logistics, information technology, cyber security, or facilities operations, we are united by a shared mission: to create meaningful economic opportunity and growth of the Tlingit & Haida Tribes of Alaska.

Together We Grow - One Mission, One Team - With a Commitment to Serve

Scope of Work:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of Flight Equipment Technician duties in direct support of the Consolidated Maintenance Management and Repair Services (CMMARS) AV-8B program at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point. This position ensures that all aircrew flight equipment meets operational, safety, and mission readiness standards in accordance with applicable technical directives, manufacturer specifications, and government regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts periodic, scheduled, and unscheduled inspections, tests, and maintenance on aircrew flight equipment, including parachutes, life rafts, survival kits, oxygen masks, helmets, pressure suits, anti-G suits, and other protective or survival systems.
• Ensures correct fitting and comfort of aircrew flight gear; assists aircrew in proper donning and adjustment of equipment.
• Works directly with aircrew and maintenance personnel to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues with flight or survival gear.
• Certifies aircrew flight equipment as safe for flight and properly documents all inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions in accordance with applicable maintenance data systems.
• Performs operational and continuity checks on survival radios, beacons, and other emergency signaling and communication devices.
• Disassembles, repairs, reassembles, and tests life support and survival systems to ensure compliance with OEM and government standards.
• Uses appropriate hand tools, test equipment, blueprints, schematics, and technical data to perform maintenance tasks.
• Follows all prescribed safety, quality assurance, and environmental procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
• Occasionally works alternate shifts, weekends, or irregular hours to support mission or flight operations.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience maintaining aircrew flight equipment and three (3) years of experience supporting flight line operations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, including successful completion of a Tier 1 National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical and electrical repair, maintenance procedures, and inspection techniques for aircrew survival and flight equipment.
• Familiarity with aircraft egress systems, pyrotechnic/explosive devices, and associated safety procedures.
• Understanding of worksite safety, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
• Competency in office automation software (Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Ability to work alternate schedules, on-call shifts, weekends, and holidays as mission needs dictate.
• Must report to work within one hour of notification when on-call.
• U.S. citizenship may be required based on contract specifications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and a safe driving record, in accordance with company policy, to operate vehicles or equipment as required for the position.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work involves frequent standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and reaching in various positions.
• Must be physically capable of lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 60 pounds.
• Requires manual dexterity and coordination to operate hand tools, test equipment, and precision instruments.
• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors, often in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity, wind).
• Exposure to moderate noise levels, hazardous materials, and moving mechanical parts may occur.
• Must be capable of working independently or as part of a team in a high-tempo, mission-critical environment.
• Must be able to work on-call, alternate, and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• Work may be performed indoors and outdoors, often in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, humidity, wind). Must be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and around various hazards with appropriate PPE.

All candidates must successfully complete pre-employment screening, which may include but is not limited to a criminal background check, motor vehicle record review, and a 5-panel drug test, in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.

This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive listing of duties or responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other duties within their capacity as assigned to meet the evolving needs of the contract and customer requirements. The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary to meet operational, contractual, and organizational objectives.

Benefits:

We offer a flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, TRICARE Supplemental, critical illness coverage, employee discounts, wellness seminars, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, optional long-term disability, paid leave, a 401(k) plan, and identity theft protection to support your health and financial well-being. For represented positions, the benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you have a disability or medical condition and need reasonable accommodation, please inform the designated recruiter during the hiring process.