VLS Maintenance Technician I

Chenega Corp • Huntsville, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Venturi, LLC, a Chenega company, is hiring a Vertical Launch System (VLS) Maintenance Technician I for its Missile Defense Deployment and Sustainment Operations contract supporting the Missile Defense Agency. The technician will work with a team refurbishing canisters for the U.S. Navy fleet and will carry out repairs and refinishing tasks in accordance with standard operating procedures and safety requirements. The role requires travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations and may include work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 0 to 1 year of experience sanding, priming, painting, and stenciling damaged automotive body parts or other steel body parts.
• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain it.
• Interim Secret clearance.
• Ability to share knowledge and skills with other employees.
• Cost-consciousness regarding materials and parts.
• Dependability, punctuality, and dedication.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Basic knowledge of how a HAZMAT program operates.
• Ability to communicate with the team and supervision.
• Efficiency using orbital (DA) sanders.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to conscientiously follow written and verbal instructions.
• Proper use of standard hand tools and material-handling equipment.
• Ability to maintain required training and certifications.
• Ability to travel 20–30% to CONUS and OCONUS locations.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Ability to lift boxes, packages, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds using proper equipment and lifting techniques.
• Physical fitness and full use of arms, legs, and back.

Nice To Haves

• Overhead crane experience.
• Welding experience with MIG, TIG, and ARC; certifications are beneficial.
• Fabrication experience.
• Painting and respirator qualifications.
• General mechanical repair experience.
• Experience with commercial and military material-handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support quality, productivity, and process-improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping.
• Complete painting tasks using conventional gravity- or siphon-fed spray guns.
• Read and apply appropriate paint formulas.
• Prepare, prime, and mask items for refinishing.
• Operate a forklift to move equipment.
• Handle company tools properly.
• Apply imaging decals and stencils.
• Complete work-order documentation accurately.
• Perform necessary repairs without direct supervision or guidance while following standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The employer describes a broad range of benefits but does not list specific benefits in the posting.
• Well-being programs.
• Professional development and learning opportunities, including on-the-job learning and formal development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED