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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 1 month ago

Airfield Operations Specialist I

Palmdale California

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$38K/yr - $57K/yr

0+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. The Airfield Operations Specialist I is responsible for maintaining airfield safety and compliance, conducting inspections, and responding to emergencies as part of the ARFF/Emergency Response Team.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Performs inspections of airport operational areas and equipment including runway and taxiways, airfield lighting, parking aprons, hangars, and fuel storage areas

Performs duties to monitor and enforce flight, fire and life safety regulations/procedures including flight line vehicle operations and foreign object debris control

Provides crash response services to remotely piloted aircraft operating at the airfield and prepares site for follow-on investigation in accordance with the facility Mishap Plan

Performs fire prevention activities and services throughout the airfield facility, including fire detection rounds and response to hazardous material spills as necessary

Responds to other emergencies as necessary and is prepared to provide basic first-aid service, including CPR/AED, to company personnel in distress. Coordinates with public emergency services as necessary

Maintain all departmental equipment in a serviceable/ready status, including fire vehicles, response vehicles, extinguishing equipment and other related tools

Ensures compliance with required training and maintains any required certifications

Willingness to participate in on the job training for driving and operation of airfield firefighting vehicles (ARFF Fire Trucks)

Required to perform shift work in a rotation of days, evenings and nights, to include weekends and holidays

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company

Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

Additional Duties as assigned or required

Qualification

Firefighter 1 certificationAircraft emergency responseHeavy equipment operationRecord keepingStress managementTeamwork

Required

Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent

Must have ability to understand concepts relating to aircraft emergency response, associated equipment, airport operations and fire prevention activities

Completion of Firefighter 1 academy or FF-1 certification (IFSAC, Pro Board, California State Fire Marshal's Office / California State Fire Training, California State Board of Fire Services, DoD, or verifiable equivalences) is required

Must possess the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

The ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations

Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other company departments and outside agencies

The ability to accurately document and maintain records and files

The ability to operate heavy equipment

A valid driver's license and clean driving record required

The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work different shifts, workdays, and additional hours as required