What are the responsibilities and job description for the SOF Master Parachute Rigger position at Modern Government Solutions?
Job Description
Job Description
TITLE : AFSPECWAR SOF Master Parachute Rigger
LOCATION : Tucson, AZ; Davis-Monthan AFB
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Full-time, On-site
TRAVEL : 20%
POSITION SUMMARY
Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated SOF Master Parachute Rigger to prepare and maintain elite parachute systems and aerial delivery equipment for Special Operations Forces (SOF). Your expertise will directly impact the readiness and success of elite combat leaders, recovery specialists, and military freefall jumpmasters, ensuring their safety and effectiveness during mission-critical operations. As a Master Parachute Rigger, you will oversee and execute parachute packing, maintenance, and aerial delivery rigging while serving as a subject matter expert (SME) in training scenarios. You will ensure all personnel parachute systems (PPS) and aerial delivery equipment meet the highest operational standards, supporting a wide range of training environments, including maritime, land, and aerial operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to) :
- Parachute Systems Expertise :
Pack, inspect, and maintain premeditated and cargo parachute systems, including RA-1, MC-6, T-11R-SP, Military Tandem, and other SOF parachute systems.
Build and rig aerial delivery loads, including combat expendable platforms and SOF-specific maritime and land airdrop loads.
Provide classroom and field instruction on parachute systems, aerial delivery methods, and related equipment for new personnel and contractor support staff.
Service and maintain high-altitude supplemental oxygen equipment, night vision devices, altimeters, emergency breathing systems, and flotation devices.
Serve as Drop Zone Control Officer (DZCO), perform rigger checks, and act as Malfunction Officer during airborne operations.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Modern Government Solutions offers a complete benefit package for all full-time positions to include health, dental, and vision plan options, life insurance for employees, spouse and children, short term disability, long term disability, Paid Time Offer, Paid Sick Leave, paid holidays, 401k, etc.
ABOUT US
At MGS, we believe a people-first culture corresponds to organizational success through a commitment to excellence, integrity, inclusion, and an attitude that welcomes challenges meets demands, sustains growth, and drives innovation. We provide expert mission-first technical and programmatic services and solutions for the US intelligence community, the US Department of Defense, and other governmental agencies. We create people-first organizational cultures where employees feel needed in the system, not a system that needs employees. We provide you with long-term career opportunities centrally focused on our core value system : inclusion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
MGS 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, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
