Staff Field Tech. 1

Applied Research Associates Inc.'s Aircraft Operating Surfaces (AOS) Group is seeking to hire a Field Technician to assist in AOS research and field testing. The open position is located at our office on Tyndall AFB, FL. Candidates must have a current valid driver's license, current vehicle registration as well as current proof of auto insurance in order to gain access to the base facilities. The qualified technician will provide technical and logistical support to engineers and technicians, on site or in the field, on a variety of tasks.

Detailed Description:

The qualified technician, under close supervision, will collect data, operate equipment, and perform manual labor at the Tyndall AFB site or at other field testing locations; will assist in the testing, site preparation, and manual labor associated with airfield pavement repair.  This position primarily involves working outdoors in all weather conditions.  The support functions include but are not limited to safety monitoring of field activities, handling of chemicals, and recording test data. 

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements.

Travel may be involved to demonstrate system technologies, participate in and collect test information, and/or interact with clients.

Company Information:

ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems. Founded in Albuquerque, NM in 1979, ARA currently employs over 1500 professionals and is rapidly growing. Our culture supports our exceptional staff of valued employees and encourages professional growth through continued higher education, participation and publication at technical conferences, and membership in professional organizations. As an ARA employee you are encouraged to generate new ideas and bring those ideas to life. ARA offers competitive salaries and outstanding benefits including stock ownership, medical and dental coverage, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, and annual bonuses. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at http://careers.ara.com to apply for the Staff Field Tech. 1 for the AOS Group at Tyndall AFB. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)