WASS Armament Technical Advisor-18361
About Us:
AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.
The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.
This position is in direct support of the Department of State’s (DoS) Worldwide Aviation Support Services Contract encompassing scores of RW and FW aircraft operating overseas in direct support of US diplomatic and engagement efforts in various nations. Working from Pucallpa Peru, and various Forward Operating Bases, this position serves as the principal Armament Technician in support of the DoS counternarcotics support mission. Responsible for the accountability, maintenance, and training for program weapons, ammunition, and other explosives material and act as the subject matter expert in thistrain, advise, and assist mission. Report directly to the Operations Manager.
Key Responsibility:
Maintain an arms room IAW Physical Security of Arms, Ammunition, Explosives, and Storage regulations.
Maintain 100% accountability of weapons, ammunition, flares, and other munitions assigned to the program.
Be prepared for both scheduled and no notice arms room inspections.
Prepare briefings and serve as the subject matter expert on assigned weapons.
Train, advise, and assist aircrew in the full spectrum of crew served weapons support.
Complete inventories and maintain required documentation of all assigned weapons, equipment, and ammunition.
Conduct individual responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and procedures.
Complete accurate inventories, Mission Information Systems data, and Daily Report entries.
Responsible for daily operations of the arms room and accountability of all weapons and assigned equipment.
Responsible for safe and efficient issue and collection of assigned weapons.
Train, advise andassist host nation personnel assigned to an Armament Program.
Conduct assessments and provide written reports to in-country leadership team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
Basic Qualifications:
Required:
Completion of associated weapons school for weapons supported before or incident to assignment.
Seven (7) years' experience in all aspects of maintenance and repair of military weapons and weapons systems.
Seven (5) years’ experience in maintaining and repairing M240, M60D, M4 and/or M9 weapons.
Experience managing an arms room.
English as primary language
Spanish fluency level 3/3 (speak, read, write)
Preferred
Compensation and Benefits:
AAR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.
AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
WASS OPERATIONS
United States
Full-time
ExemptAAR 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.

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