Job Description
Engineering Technician IV
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 10 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
Experience with HAZMAT duties is highly desired
Other Position Requirements
Must be a US Citizen and successfully complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance by start date.
Must be willing to travel. (This includes 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 recruited and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
HX5 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, pleasecall (850) 362-6551.
CJ
HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
