Transient Aircraft Services Technician (Secret Clearance)

About the role

The Transient Aircraft Services (TAS) Technician provides essential ground handling and servicing for aircraft arriving and departing from a Qatar installation supporting U.S. Air Force and coalition operations. Working 24/7 in a high‑tempo, austere environment, the technician ensures all flight‑line activities are performed safely and in full compliance with technical orders and U.S. government directives.

Key responsibilities

• Perform aircraft marshaling, parking, chocking, grounding and positioning according to technical orders and airfield procedures.
• Execute arrival and departure services, including turn‑around ground handling tasks.
• 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 immediately.

Required profile

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Ability to work in a 24/7/365 flight‑line environment.
• Commitment to zero‑harm safety standards and proper use of PPE.
• Strong communication with supervisors and team members.

Required skills

• Aircraft marshaling
• Ground handling
• Tool control
• FOD prevention
• Operator‑level equipment inspection
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)