Transient Aircraft Services Technician (Secret Clearance)

About the role

The Transient Aircraft Services (TAS) Technician supports Southwest Asia Transient Aircraft Services for the U.S. Air Force and coalition forces in Kuwait. Working on a 24/7 flight line, the technician ensures safe, efficient aircraft arrival, turn‑around, and departure in a high‑tempo, austere environment.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a ZERO‑Harm workplace by following all flight‑line safety requirements, including FOD prevention, tool control, and proper PPE usage.
• Perform aircraft marshaling, parking, positioning, chocking, grounding, and other arrival/departure services in accordance with Technical Orders and airfield procedures.
• Execute ground‑handling and servicing tasks to support aircraft turn‑around and mission readiness.
• Assist with aircraft launch and recovery operations under supervision.
• Inspect and service vehicles and support equipment used in TAS operations.
• Maintain strict accountability of tools and equipment, adhering to tool‑control programs.
• Conduct routine flight‑line inspections, remove foreign objects, and report safety hazards or equipment issues immediately.
• Complete required documentation, including servicing records, shift logs, and inspection checklists.

Required profile

• Valid Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to work in a high‑tempo, austere environment with 24/7/365 flight‑line operations.
• Strong commitment to safety and zero‑harm principles.
• Effective communication with supervisors and team members.

Required skills

• Aircraft marshaling and parking procedures.
• Ground handling and aircraft servicing operations.
• Tool control and accountability practices.
• FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention techniques.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) on flight lines.