Lead Test Site Representative/Heavy Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic with Security Clearance - Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States - Jacobs Technology, Inc.

    Jacobs Technology, Inc.
    Jacobs Technology, Inc. Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    This position supports the US Army Common Tactical Truck (CTT) Program on location at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD
    The Lead Test Site Representative (TSR)/Heavy Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic will provide support to the testing of CTT sample vehicles provided by GM Defense (GMD) and/or American Rheinmetall (ARV)
    This testing will occur at APG
    This position is 100% on site at APG during testing activities with a combination of on-site and telework outside of testing activities
    Travel to Germany is required for 1 to 2 months for training conducted by Rheinmetall
    The Lead TSR/Heavy Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic will work independently and provide direction to lower-level mechanics
    Serve as working leader to include the coordination of efforts necessary to accomplish all assigned maintenance tasks
    Coordinate maintenance and repairs with GM Defense, Government, and any contractor repair shops
    Ensure tools, equipment, parts, shop supplies, and personnel are available to perform assigned maintenance tasks on a daily basis
    Ensure all applicable safety regulations are adhered to during maintenance operations
    Review mechanic's daily logs
    Assign work and provide technical direction
    Help in accomplishing difficult work procedures
    Observe work in progress to anticipate and resolve problems
    Inspect completed work frequently
    The Lead TSR/Heavy Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic will also repair a variety of heavy equipment and tactical and commercial vehicles
    Maintain, repair, rebuild a variety of engines, brake systems, drive trains, suspension systems and electrical systems
    Provide support in testing and maintenance of developmental items primarily, but not limited to, prototype tactical heavy wheeled trucks and trailers
    Duties require application of extensive practical knowledge of various equipment areas such as mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems
    Operate and maintain all forms of automotive and support type equipment using a wide range of mechanical concepts and principles
    Troubleshoot and diagnose faults by using the proper diagnostic equipment
    Interpret wiring schematics and hydraulic flow charts
    Document repairs needed, recommend/ research repair parts, and complete required paperwork
    Repair and service automotive air conditioning systems used with automotive and support equipment
    Preform wielding repairs as required

    Duties include:

    • Reporting on vehicle testing, verifying duty status, providing daily written reports (see below) via email, attending and reporting on test related meetings, and attending administrative activities such as scheduling and site preparation at the test site location.
    • Writing and delivering a Daily Fielding Test Report in excel format including, but not limited to a list of all vehicles, status of all vehicles, vehicle mileage, engine hours, test miles completed, any issues/anomalies reported by test driver during testing, mission profile (if changed), list of all deficiencies found for each from previous days test, parts required for service, unserviceable parts, and summary metrics
    Delivering the Daily Fielding Test Report to the GM Defense T&E Manager and the Government T&E Manager via email.


    • Maintaining the contractor's test journal of daily guidance received by or delivered to the Government during test activities.
    • Accounting for end-to-end coverage of CTT testing activities to include but not limited to: equipment arrival, truck/trailer offload, storage, vehicle maintenance of equipment in storage, de-processing, equipment status reporting, and training.
    • Attending vehicle training conducted by Rheinmetall in Germany.
    • Attending Rheinmetall training in Munich, Germany for 1-2 months to familiarize themselves with the operation and maintenance of the vehicle prototype system(s) for CTT testing.
    • Preforming heavy truck maintenance, specifically, maintaining the GMD/ARV vehicle prototype system(s) and performing all maintenance and troubleshooting required.
    • Preforming welding services as required for the GMD/ARV vehicle prototype system(s).
    • Assisting ARV in New Equipment Training (NET) of government operators.
    • Supporting Government Test Readiness Reviews (TRR).
    • Supporting both the opening and closing of the Test Facility/Testing Event.
    • Participating in Test Meetings, Test Readiness Review (TRR), and FACAR (Failure Analysis and Corrective Action Report) Reviews via tele-conference or on-site
    Reviewing released Test Incident Reports (TIRs) through Vision Digital Library System (VDLS) and delivering FACAR responses

    Here's what you'll need:
    Required Education and Experience:

    • Must have 5 years of applicable experience; or completion of formal training and 4 years of applicable experience
    • Must have 3 years of experience leading/supervising
    • Excellent communication skills are required
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required
    • Active secret security clearance is required

    Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

    • Experience supporting the US Army or DoD is helpful, but not required
    • A valid Class A & B CDL is preferred, but not required
    • Welding skills are preferred

    Additional Information:

    • Mechanics tools will be provided
    Travel Overseas travel to the customer's location in Munich, Germany for 1-2 months is required
    Additional travel to and from customer's locations in the US may or may not be required to support projects
    This will involve airline travel
    In some cases, accommodations can possibly be made for POV, if necessary
    When operating any vehicle for work purposes, seat belts must be worn, and no cellular devices are to be used when the vehicle is in motion
    Essential Functions for Position Physical Requirements Medium- Exerts up to 50 lbs
    of force occasionally, up to 20 lbs
    of force frequently, or up to 10 lbs
    of force constantly to move objects
    Frequent kneeling, crouching, stooping, and walking are required
    Work requires light to moderate physical effort in reaching, bending, turning, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls while driving, raising, lowering, and tilting forklift trucks
    Work Environment Must be capable of working in an outside environment, exposed to heat, dust, inclement weather for 8 hours in a workday
    Needs to be able to work well with co-workers and all levels of management
    No hazards on job or unusual environmental conditions
    Maintains a clean work area and works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
    Equipment and Machines Ability to operate office equipment such as a personal computer, printer, copy machine, telephone, fax machine, and other equipment including desk supplies and other work-related tools as required
    May operate transportation equipment to include man-lifts, forklifts, electric carts, pallet jacks, dollies, or other heavy equipment (or a willingness to learn)

    Attendance Normal hours are Monday - Friday between 6:30 a.m

    • 4:30 p.m
    Punctuality and regular attendance are necessary to meet deadlines
    Must exhibit flexibility of work hours to adjust to surge situations based on critical mission requirements
    With the exception of STD/LTD/ FMLA& approved time off, attendance is considered essential
    Other Essential Functions


    • Must always demonstrate professional behavior when dealing with customers, management, and co-workers.
    • Must have clear, concise, and accurate communications skills in English, both verbal and written.
    • Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk to employees or others.
    • Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner.
    • Independent personal transportation to office or worksite is required.
    • When operating any vehicle for work purposes, must wear seat belt and in addition, no cellular devices are to be used when vehicle is in motion.
    • Willingness to work at heights up to 50 feet or in enclosed spaces.
    • Must be able to move in and around confined spaces and uneven areas.
    • Must have full range of motion.
    • Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms, and other job-related noises.
    • Must be able to consistently to work 40 hours per week operating in varying temperature extremes and conditions, including additional overtime as needed.
    • Must possess enough strength and stamina to perform all duties, requirements, and functions as identified above.
    • Must successfully complete all applicable Federal and State mandated physical assessments.
    • Musty complete pre-employment and ongoing drug-testing.