Parachute Rigger- Dyess Air Force

Position Purpose

The Parachute Rigger is a specialist who performs a wide range of technical functions on parachutes and aerial delivery equipment. These functions include inspection, repacking, repair, modification, malfunction analysis, procurement, and fleet management of parachutes and aerial delivery equipment. The Parachute Rigger supervises or packs and repairs cargo parachutes, and rigs equipment and supply containers for airdrop. They are primarily responsible for repairing textile and canvas items, webbed equipment and clothing, and for rigging supplies, equipment, and vehicles for airdrop.

• Rigs, prepares and inspects Air Delivery Platforms (ADPs) to include, but not limited to, Heavy Equipment (HE), Container Delivery System (CDS), Low-Cost Low Altitude (LCLA) CDS, Joint Precision Airdrop System (JPADS), Extraction Line Panels, and Door Bundles
• Inspects, cleans, stores, repairs, and packs cargo/extraction parachutes and extraction line panels
• Provides loading and off‑loading of equipment and material onto trucks, K‑loaders, forklifts, and pickups
• Serves as drivers of trucks, K‑loaders, forklifts, and pickups
• Riggers will deliver material to the aircraft and will load aircraft
• Offloads supplies and equipment from aircraft, using Method A and B
• Recovers airdrop training platforms and equipment (parachutes, parachute bags, dropsondes, and extraction line panels) from Drop Zone (DZ)
• Drives off‑road, all‑terrain vehicles with recovered material in DZ
• Fabricates and assembles airdrop platforms, cushioning materials and rigging components
• Loads, positions, and secures supplies and equipment within aircraft
• Tests and installs extraction and release systems
• Inspects cargo and personnel parachutes and other airdrop equipment before and after each use, during packing and rigging, and at prescribed intervals to determine serviceability
• Repairs or replaces airdrop equipment
• Uses and maintains machines and tools for fabrication, modification, and repair of parachutes and other airdrop equipment
• Rig supplies, equipment and vehicles for airdrop
• Inventory, clean, receive, store and issue all airdrop equipment used in airdrop operations
• Inspect, test and install extraction and release systems
• Performs other job‑related duties as assigned to include TDY and travel

• Proficient in shop mechanics and science
• Must promote company values, policies, and standards of conduct
• Must be customer‑oriented and ensure professional coordination with Operations and other base agencies
• Must follow all local, Air Force and DOD technical manuals, practices, and guidelines pertaining to parachute rigging, inspections, and air delivery recovery
• Must be able to work day shift, night shift, or weekend duty as required
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess highly developed analytical, critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Must demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail is a top priority
• Must share a commitment to maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment while simultaneously optimizing individual performance and contribution

• Certified Rigger preferred but not required. If certified, must provide a recent certification from either the U.S. Air Force, Army or Navy Loadmaster Course, or Parachute Rigger/Parachute Packer Course
• If not certified, must be willing and able to attend Rigger's school , VA
• Experienced CDL driver with a clean driving record preferred, but not required

• The work of this position is performed in an environmentally controlled office environment and in outdoor weather conditions
• Must be able to view computer monitor for periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted
• Must be capable of frequent squatting, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and standing while performing duties
• Must be able to traverse over uneven terrain and climb ladders and stairs safely
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties…