AVIATION LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT (ALSE) TECHNICIAN
Location Fort Novosel, AL Job Posting No Req. 110983, Pos. 111895
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Start Date ASAP Contract Aviation Maint. Services
Salary Range CBA Posting Date June 24, 2024
Union Yes FLSA Status Hourly
Shift Work Possible FT/PT Full-time
Relocation No Travel Possible
M1 is looking for an Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Technician with the following knowledge and
experience:
SUMMARY: Repairs, modifies fits, maintains, and inspects all items of life support equipment and instructs
personnel in the concepts of Aviation Life Support Equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. May be required to adjust and/or operate Aviation Life Support Equipment in flight.
2. Uses and evaluates new Aviation Life Support Equipment.
3. Performs major and minor repairs, modifications, maintenance and inspection of all items of life support
equipment in shop and flight line environments with minimal supervision, using various types of state of the
art diagnostic testers, sewing equipment and specialty tools.
4. Fits flight helmets, oxygen masks, parachute harnesses, survival vests, Air Warrior and other items of
equipment to assigned military and contractor crewmembers. This may include specialized flying helmets
with sophisticated helmet mounted devices associated with a specific weapon system.
5. Provides ALSE briefings to customers, employees and crewmembers.
6. Conducts aircrew life support Continuation training classes IAW applicable manuals and regulations.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Performs general administrative and technical duties that include serving as a point of contact for supply
and calibration actions involving Aviation Life Support Equipment. Knowledge of and ability to utilize
automated ALSE tracking systems, to enter, modify, retrieve and or delete ALSE inspection data and
requirements.
2. Evaluates prototype ALSE during developmental stage.
3. Operates test equipment in the maintenance and inspection of ALSE.
4. Performs precision soldering on various items associated with specific communication protection devices,
and helmet mounted devices.
5. Instructs aircrew personnel in the operation, use and operator maintenance of ALSE.
6. Instructs non-air crew personnel and civilians required to participate in regular and frequent flights on
emergency procedures and proper operation and use of ALSE.
7. Must be able to interpret Army, Air Force, Navy and commercial technical publications.
8. Performs sensitive items inventory and prepares status reports.
9. May be required to provide mentoring and task specific training to new hires/cross trained personnel as
directed by the supervisor.
10. Must be able to forecast material requirements/repair parts as necessary to accomplish mission, while
maintaining supply economy and discipline.
11. Maintains hazardous materials and waste records in facility.
12. Performs quality and safety inspections of on-site equipment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. High school diploma or equivalent-General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
2. Must be a graduate of the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army or other Aviation Life Support Equipment
(ALSE) course of instruction. Current M1 employees who meet the education and experience requirements
in #1, #3, and #5 may be provided the course of instruction at no cost to the employee. Failure to
successfully complete the course will disqualify the employee for this job classification.
3. Must have a minimum of three (3) years experience in aviation safety related field or an aircraft
maintenance field, or possess a FAA A&P, license, if not a graduate of one of the schools listed in #2.
4. Must be able to use sketches, electrical diagrams, technical specifications and drawings in accomplishing
work.
5. All applicants must be able to pass an ALSE pre-employment competency evaluation. (Written and
practical).
6. Must possess communication skills necessary for platform instruction and ability to follow lesson
plans/instructor guides.
7. All applicants must be able to acquire and maintain an industrial security clearance at the Secret level.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. May occasionally assist other classifications in the inspection, fabrication and repair of ALSE requiring
sheet metal or fabric modification.
2. Should be proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and
other applications as required.
3. May be called on to assist in aircraft accident investigations and assist company safety officer as
required.
4. Typical physical demands or activities include climbing, standing, bending, stooping, pushing, kneeling,
reaching and walking. May be required to lift objects whose weight normally will not exceed fifty (50)
pounds. Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, color vision,
depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.
In addition, the candidate should possess the following requirements:
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF ALL CLASSIFICATIONS
OTHER DUTIES:
1. Operates motor vehicles, machines and special purpose equipment as required by the job assignment.
2. Performs prescribed cleaning, preservation and operator maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment.
Performs housekeeping duties in immediate work area.
3. Ensures that tools and equipment used by the employee in the classification are properly calibrated.
4. When selected, attends schools and classes, which are designated by the Company for employees in the
assigned classification.
5. Uses approved methods and publications in the performance of the assigned job.
6. Performs the duties of lower classified employees within the line of progression when assigned.
7. May be allowed to occasionally perform those assignments of employees holding the next higher
classification in the line of progression in order to qualify for promotion except for Aircraft Mechanic to
Aircraft Technical/NDT Inspector.
8. Completes and maintains records and reports as required by job assignment.
9. Demonstrates job procedures and assists in the on-the-job training (OJT) of employees within the
classification as required.
10. Performs imaging technology (scanning and other related) functions as required by the job assignment.
11. Disposes of hazardous materials related to job assignment.
12. Performs duties using automated equipment and software utilized in the functional assignment.
13. May remove and reinstall cowlings, panels and fairings necessary to gain access to work within his
classification.
14. When assigned to the flight line, provide customer support during launch and recovery and aircraft
security as required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
1. Read, write, speak and understand English.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. High school diploma or equivalent-General Educational Development (GED) certificate. This requirement
is waived for employees with seniority dates prior to May 3, 1999.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be physically able to perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
2. Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes or respiratory
system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must have a valid state driver’s license when required by job assignment.
2. Must obtain a valid government driver’s license when required by job assignment.
3. Must obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) to include hazardous material endorsement when
required by job assignment.
4. Must obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.
M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental,
Vision, Life and Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability, as well as a free Employee Assistance
Program.
M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and
maintenance services to the Department of Defense and government agencies.
M1 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or
veteran status
Woman-owned, disabled veteran, business