Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Maintenance Technician in Tucson, AZ Responsibilities include:- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance to include in-depth repair as required on powered and non-powered ground support equipment
- Review maintenance records of periodic maintenance to ensure equipment is fully operational in support of daily and deployment equipment requirements
- Use an assortment of basic hand tools in addition to precision measuring devices for troubleshooting and repairs
- Work from complex written instructions such as formal test specifications, blueprints, drawings, schematics, and manuals
- Order and provide status for all required parts and consumables required to perform all Ground Support Equipment (GSE)maintenance/troubleshooting actions.
- Track all GSE statuses and provide status updates to the site lead
- Provide training on non-familiar GSE items to Air Force AGE mechanics as required
- Complete maintenance and troubleshooting actions into maintenance tracking database
Inspect, test, and operate GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation, services GSE equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air - Familiar with processes and procedures used to store, handle, use, and dispose of all hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, federal, and Air Force environmental standards and regulations.
Prepare GSE for mobility deployment. - Operation of GSE tow vehicles for the dispatch, positioning of equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations
- Practice good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage Prevention, and safety at all times
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Minimum 5 years of experience maintaining/troubleshooting powered and non-powered GSE/AGE
- Ability to read drawings, diagrams, and schematics
- Must be able to perform physical requirements of the position (prolonged standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling, and working in awkward positions)
- Willing to work flexible work schedule to meet program and flying schedule requirements
- Must be able to work and make decisions independently
- Ability to obtain passport and medical clearance to facilitate overseas deployments
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Excellent written and verbal skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - Prior military AGE/GSE experience
- Experience in the aerospace industry
- EPA Refrigerant Handler Certification
Pay InformationFull-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
