Transient Aircraft Services Technician (Secret Clearance)

About the role

The Transient Aircraft Services (TAS) Technician provides aircraft ground handling and servicing at a Southwest Asia installation, supporting United States and Coalition forces. Working 24/7 in a high‑tempo, austere environment, the technician ensures safe, efficient aircraft arrival, turn‑around, and departure operations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform aircraft marshaling, parking, chocking, grounding and positioning in accordance with 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, accountability of equipment, and participation in FOD prevention activities.
• Communicate hazards, equipment malfunctions, and operational issues to supervisors promptly.
• Document aircraft servicing records, shift logs, and inspection checklists.

Required profile

• Valid Secret Clearance.
• Ability to work in a zero‑harm environment, adhering to all flight‑line safety requirements and PPE usage.
• Willingness to support continuous 24/7/365 flight‑line operations.
• Strong communication skills for coordination with supervisors and airfield management.

Required skills

• Aircraft marshaling and ground handling.
• Tool control and equipment accountability.