Transient Aircraft Services Technician – Secret Clearance (Kuwait)

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 24/7/365 flight line, the technician ensures safe and efficient aircraft ground handling, servicing, and turn‑around 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 mission readiness.
• Conduct operator‑level inspections and servicing of ground support vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain strict tool control and participate in foreign object debris (FOD) prevention activities.
• Document aircraft servicing records, shift logs and inspection checklists.
• Communicate hazards, equipment malfunctions and operational issues to supervisors promptly.

Required profile

• Valid Secret Clearance.
• Ability to work in a high‑tempo, austere environment with 24/7 flight line operations.
• Commitment to zero‑harm safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment.

Required skills

• Aircraft marshaling
• Ground handling operations
• Tool control and accountability
• FOD prevention
• Operation of ground support equipment and vehicles