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V2X Inc

ALSS/PR (Aviation Life Support Systems/Aircrew Survival Equipmentman) CBA VX-20

V2X Inc, Patuxent Highland, MD, United States

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ALSS/PR (Aviation Life Support Systems/Aircrew Survival Equipmentman) CBA VX-20

Apply for the ALSS/PR (Aviation Life Support Systems/Aircrew Survival Equipmentman) CBA VX-20 role at V2X Inc

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Utilize all maintenance manuals, maintenance requirement cards, schematics, diagrams, drawings, technical directives, maintenance/servicing instructions and operational procedures.
  • Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, remove and replace parts and components on aircraft-mounted and aircrew ALSS, cabin environmental systems, equipment cooling, and liquid and gaseous oxygen systems.
  • Inspect, maintain and repair survival equipment, flight gear, and protective clothing; use, adjust, and repair sewing machines.
  • Perform duties in hazardous areas such as oxygen systems and engine fire extinguishing systems, including removal and replacement of cartridge-actuated devices.
  • Ensure all maintenance actions comply with government safety standards.
  • Maintain flow of flight line operations and procedures.
  • Maintain ALSS rotatable pool of personal survival equipment, aircrew equipment files, and aircraft ALSS history records in required logs.
  • Collaborate with other personnel to resolve ALSS system problems.
  • Provide immediate direction and supervise other technicians on assigned tasks.
  • Instruct and assist lower-level employees in proper work methods and performance.
  • Perform related duties as assigned, including Collateral Duty Inspector and other lower‑rated technical personnel duties.
  • Assist other shops/skills as required.
  • Comply with applicable COMNAVAIRFORINST 4790.2 series.
  • Work with technical publications, NAMP, and NALCOMIS aircraft maintenance applications.

Other Responsibilities

  • Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Knowledge of aviation life support equipment.
  • Proficiency with military publications, drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams, and schematics.
  • Knowledge of required forms.
  • Understanding of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Valid US State driver's license.
  • Ability to read and interpret data.
  • Proficiency in English (reading, writing, speaking).
  • Capability to obtain a government flight line driver’s license.
  • Eligibility for a secret security clearance.

Experience & Education

  • High School degree or equivalent.
  • Completion of specialized courses in aircraft ALSS.
  • 2–4 years of actual and recent experience with the type of aircraft being serviced (4 years preferred).
  • Obtain appropriate support equipment and/or material handling licensing upon unit assignment.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

  • Work in aircraft maintenance hangar or outdoors.
  • Respond to varied operational circumstances, extreme weather, and rudimentary infrastructure.
  • Exposure to noise from turbine and jet engines.
  • Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, electrical shock hazards, and proximity to moving mechanical parts.
  • Ability to walk and stand on level or inclined surfaces, climb stairs, ramps, and ladders.
  • Ability to crouch, crawl, grasp, and handle objects; use dexterity to reach above/below shoulders.
  • Lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Visibility requirements: see aircraft in flight, read gauges, identify small objects and tools.
  • Communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
  • Distinguish color and judge depth.
  • Operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, and APU.

Travel

  • May vary by location.

What We Bring

  • Competitive total reward offerings.
  • Salary based on skills, experience, qualifications, location, and market conditions.
  • Salary range for Maryland provided (minimum and maximum values).
  • Union Flex Benefit Credit.
  • Opt‑Out Health Credit.
  • Overtime, Premium Pay, Differential Pay.
  • Other compensation elements offered.

Employee Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Retirement plan
  • Wellness programs
  • Paid time off, holidays, and leave of absence
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Learning and development resources
  • Employee assistance resources

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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