Transient Aircraft Services Technician (Secret Clearance)

About the role

The Transient Aircraft Services (TAS) Technician provides aircraft ground handling and servicing at a Qatar installation, supporting United States and Coalition Forces. The role involves safe, efficient aircraft arrival, marshaling, parking, turn‑around and departure in a 24/7/365 high‑tempo environment.

Key responsibilities

• Perform aircraft marshaling, parking, chocking, grounding and positioning according to Technical Orders and airfield procedures.
• Execute arrival and departure services, including general ground handling tasks required for aircraft turn‑around.
• Conduct operator‑level inspections and servicing of vehicles and support equipment used in TAS operations.
• Maintain strict tool control and participate in foreign object debris (FOD) prevention activities.
• Document aircraft servicing records, shift logs and inspection checklists.
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment malfunctions and operational issues promptly.

Required profile

• Ability to work in an austere, high‑tempo environment with 24/7/365 flight line operations.
• Possession of a Secret Clearance.
• Commitment to a ZERO‑Harm workplace and strict adherence to safety directives.

Required skills

• Aircraft marshaling
• Ground handling operations
• Tool control and accountability
• FOD prevention
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Vehicle and support equipment operation