Threat Mechanical Specialist II *Internal Applicants ONLY

Threat Mechanical Specialist II (INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY)

Job Code: 2026:

Location:

Yuma Proving Ground, AZ

FT/PT Status:
Full Time

Business Sector:
Test Range Operations

Operate and maintain target vehicles and threat systems, including YPG systems, threat surrogates, and the Target Management Office (TMO) fleet with minimal supervision. Maintenance includes all required inspections, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and associated troubleshooting and diagnostics. Operation includes operating threat systems, targets, and vehicles with integrated systems during test and training missions, often in a field or tactical setting - which requires a class B or higher CDL.

Duties include diagnosing, repairing, and/or overhauling major assemblies of US and foreign wheeled and track vehicles, artillery weapons, and general support equipment. Replace worn or broken parts, sometimes fabricating a replacement part or repairing the broken the part. Read, interpret, and follow technical manuals. Properly document maintenance actions on applicable forms. Repair air brake systems and/or air operated components, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, specialized or one-of-a-kind system components, and other similar systems.

Travel and conduct operations and maintenance duties at off-site locations up to 30% of the time, including remaining at the travel location up to 3 weeks at a time. Perform other duties as required to complete the assigned mission. This position is covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Pay Rate: $34.68

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have 4 years of experience as a heavy equipment mechanic dealing with troubleshooting and repair of heavy equipment, including diesel/gas engines, automotive electrical systems, and air/hydraulic systems, or 1 year of experience as a Threat Mechanical Specialist I with the ability to function with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to acquire a class B or higher CDL in 6 months and maintain for the duration of employment in section.
• Must have basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Must have heavy equipment mechanic training and experience usually acquired through technical school or military training.
• Must have toolbox and tools required to perform heavy vehicle maintenance.
• Must not have any current disciplinary actions in personnel file.
• Must be able to travel for off-site duties up to 30% of time and remain at travel location for up to 3 weeks at a time.
• Must be able to use two-way radios, email, and cellular phones for communications.
• Must be able to comfortably enter, operate, and exit foreign target vehicles including T-72, BMP MTLB, and 2S3.

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests.
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.
• Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking around 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Must be able to work long and varied hours.
• Must be capable of frequent bending, squatting, crouching, kneeling, standing, climbing, and stooping, sometimes for long periods.
• Must be able to ascend and descend equipment.
• Must be able to visually distinguish colors.
• Must be capable of lifting and transporting 75 lbs. unassisted over uneven ground for 50 feet.

• Must be able speak, write, read, and understand English.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed, sometimes on short notice, to support test missions.
• Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions.
• Must have dependable transportation and a dependable means of communication.
• Must have a well-mannered customer service attitude.
• Must be willing to cross-train in other areas.
• Must use "down-time" effectively to the benefit of test, self, and company.
• Must be punctual, responsible, and dependable.
• Must demonstrate motivation, initiative, and reliability.
• Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to follow instructions…