Rigger

Paradigm Parachute & Defense•Pensacola, FL

2d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Parachute Rigger inspects, assembles, folds, packs, repairs, and maintains parachutes and related equipment according to specifications. The role includes rigging equipment for airdrops and ensuring parachutes are safe, airworthy, and ready for use. Accuracy and close attention to detail are essential because errors may affect product performance and the safety of people and equipment. Duties also include maintaining chute materials through patching, sewing, and proper storage of parachutes, packs, and web gear. The position performs complex parachute assembly and maintenance tasks, inspects parachutes for airworthiness under FAA and/or company specifications and manufacturers’ manuals, and provides technical guidance to company and customer personnel. It leads Paradigm’s Government Program Rigging, maintains equipment accountability, reviews and updates safety procedures and manuals, analyzes air-delivery data for risk trends, and helps ensure compliance with safety and airworthiness standards. The role requires cross-training and work across assembly operations, supporting on-time delivery, and maintaining a safe, clean, professional, and collaborative work environment. Regional and international travel, sometimes with less than a week’s notice, is required, including worldwide travel to conduct training.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of parachute rigging job experience.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident due to ITAR/export-control requirements.
Must be able to see small threads clearly and identify colors, and demonstrate patience and strong attention to detail.
Must be capable of using standard measuring tools and operating measuring equipment.
Must be able to read and understand English and assemble according to drawings and instructions without guidance.
Must be a self-starter and able to work both independently and in a team environment.
Must have good communication and excellent interpersonal skills.
Must be detail-oriented and maintain high accuracy standards.
Must have a positive attitude and be action-oriented and results-driven.
Must be willing to maintain jump status.
Must comply with other requirements specified in PARADIGM management-level Personnel Policies and Procedures.
Must be physically able to perform parachute-rigger duties.
Must not have been relieved of duties or had parachute duty status terminated for alcohol or substance-abuse reasons within the last 5 years.
Must be able to travel worldwide to conduct training.
Must have a valid passport or be willing to obtain one within 90 days of starting.
Must be willing to cross-train and work in all areas of the assembly operation.

Nice To Haves

Federal Aviation Administration Parachute Rigger certificate; candidates without the certificate must be willing to obtain it within a timeframe agreed upon with Paradigm.
High school degree or equivalent.
Military experience as an Army 92R or 921A, or as a parachute rigger in the Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Army, with an Honorable Discharge.

Responsibilities

Pack and perform final assembly of parachutes to ensure equipment functions properly.
Provide technical guidance to company and customer personnel.
Inspect parachutes and associated equipment, including periodic airworthiness inspections under FAA and/or company specifications and manufacturers’ manuals.
Lead Paradigm’s Government Program Rigging.
Maintain equipment accountability.
Review and update safety procedures and manuals.
Analyze air-delivery data for risk trends.
Ensure compliance with safety and airworthiness standards.
Assemble components and perform complex parachute assembly tasks, examining connections for correct fit and fastening parts and subassemblies.
Make corrections, adjustments, and repairs to parachutes and accessories.
Pack, repair, check, adjust, and install parachutes and accessories.
Unpack parachutes as required; repair or replace damaged, worn, or broken components; and repack parachutes.
Disassemble parachutes, replace parts, clean, lubricate, reassemble, and pack them as required.
Assist Engineering and authorized company and vendor personnel with parachute modifications, adjustments, alterations, and malfunction correction.
Move shipments using a tier-lift truck or hand truck when needed.
Maintain awareness of safety procedures and hazardous materials.
Perform varied semi-routine tasks without assistance.
Help ensure on-time product delivery and cross-train and work throughout assembly operations.
Maintain a positive, professional image and support a strong team environment.
Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with company policies.
Manage time responsibly and support continuous improvement.
Respect confidentiality and comply with company policies and procedures.
Prepare and submit reports to management as assigned.
Perform other duties assigned by management.
Travel regionally and internationally, sometimes with less than a week’s notice, and travel worldwide to conduct training.