General Maintenance Worker

POSITION TYPE

Full - Time

LOCATION(s)

Marfa TX

OVERVIEW

C Speed LLC is seeking an entry level Aerostat Operator with experience in supporting line handling operations to support the DHS Customs & Border Protection Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) program. The TARS program leverages aerostat systems to provide persistent surveillance and detection capabilities to the U.S. Government customer across eight (8) different operational sites along the US Southern border in multiple locations including Puerto Rico Florida Arizona New Mexico and Texas.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting aerostat flight operations on platforms similar in size to the TARS aerostats. You will be part of a comprehensive flight crew activity supporting aerostat pre-launch launch ascent transition station keeping and recovery. Secondary responsibilities will include performing recurring equipment maintenance on aerostat and radar systems as well as support functions related to site operations (such as security landscaping and logistical functions. A summary of responsibilities are as follows:

POSITION SUMMARY
Flight Crew Member (pre/post flight launch/recovery helium toppings snubbing inflations/ deflations tether inspections proficiency in all emergency procedures for both moored and airborne flight aerostat operations)
Under supervision perform corrective and preventive maintenance activities on the aerostat pressure control subsystems power subsystems mechanical and hydraulic subsystems aerostat hardware and rigging tether subsystem and aerostat envelope.
Assists with all aerostat system pre-flight and post-flight checks and aerostat system inspections as required.
Maintain troubleshoot and repair:
o Aerostat structures hydraulic systems fiber optic components avionics and electrical components.
o Ground systems such as generators communication and weather systems
o Maintains cognizance of system performance.
Operate general purpose and special purpose vehicles to include man lift operations to heights of 150 feet.
Works in exterior and interior work environments sometimes in inclement weather.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Secondary Duties include:
Maintain and understand site documentation such as parts request forms equipment condition tags timecards and flight data and maintenance logs.
Coordinates resupply and repair logistics activities for the aerostat subsystems.
Trains and certifies other personnel in selected aerostat subsystem procedures.
Supports all security logistics and site-specific requirements as directed when not in conflict with primary electrical maintenance responsibilities.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
GED or High School Diploma.
1 Year experience in a technical related field.
Ability to obtain flight operator certification.
Valid U.S. Drivers license required.
Strong written and communication skills
Must be willing to work in a 24/7 shift scenario and be assigned to various shifts as required to meet mission requirements.
Proof of U.S. residency required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience performing technical maintenance repair operations.
Prior Aerostat Operator experience of any size Aerostat.

COMPENSATION
Salary competitive commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package

ARE YOU INTERESTED
Then join the team! We look forward to receiving your online application. For more information about C Speed LLC and additional job opportunities please visit our website: Speed provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.