UABOS Spain: War Reserve Material; WRM) Corrosion Control Specialist​/Welder

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UABOS Spain:
War Reserve Material (WRM) Corrosion Control Specialist / Welder (AGE)

UABOS Spain:
War Reserve Material (WRM) Corrosion Control Specialist / Welder (AGE)

K  supports the operational needs of U.S. armed forces at Morón Air Base in Spain and several bases in Turkey. Our services ensure smooth operations, allowing Air Force and government personnel to focus on their missions. We provide program management, civil engineering, morale, welfare, and recreation support, among other essential services. Awarded by the Air Force Installation Contracting Center, our contract spans a five-year base period with three one-year options, reflecting our commitment to excellence and operational support.

Join K ’s elite team at Morón Air Base as a War Reserve Materiel (WRM) Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Corrosion Control Specialist / Welder. In this highly specialized expatriate role, you will serve a dual function crucial to extending the lifecycle and ensuring the structural integrity of our ground support fleet under the USAFE Air Base Operations Support (UABOS) contract.

You will be responsible for comprehensively identifying, treating, and preventing corrosion on all AGE and Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE). Concurrently, you will serve as the department's primary fabricator and welder, executing precision metal repairs and structural modifications. By combining surface preparation, industrial painting, and advanced welding techniques, you will ensure our equipment remains fully mission-capable in demanding environmental conditions. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply a highly sought-after blend of technical skills in a dynamic international environment while enjoying the culture of southern Spain.

• Corrosion Control & Painting:
  • Inspect AGE, MMHE, and related support equipment to identify corrosion, structural damage, and paint degradation.
  • Perform comprehensive surface preparation, including masking, chemical stripping, mechanical sanding, and abrasive media blasting.
  • Mix and apply chemical conversion coatings, primers, and topcoats (including polyurethanes and epoxy paints) using high-volume, low-pressure (HVLP) spray systems and other application methods.
  • Design, fabricate, and apply stencils, decals, and safety markings in accordance with military specifications.
• Welding & Fabrication (Metals Technology):
  • Perform structural repairs and fabricate metal components for support equipment using structural steel, aluminum, and other alloys.
  • Operate and maintain welding equipment to perform TIG (GTAW), MIG (GMAW), ARC (SMAW), and oxyacetylene welding and cutting processes.
  • Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and military technical orders to manufacture or repair hitches, panels, frames, and tow bars.
• Safety & Environmental Compliance:
  • Safely handle, store, and dispose of Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) such as paints, thinners, and solvents in strict coordination with the Base Environmental Section and "cradle to grave" protocols.
  • Maintain the paint booth, blasting equipment, and welding shop, ensuring all ventilation and safety systems function properly.
• General Support & Documentation:
  • Document all maintenance, painting, and welding actions accurately in the Enterprise Logistics Management System (ELMS) and the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).
  • Assist AGE Mechanics with general equipment maintenance and troubleshooting when required.
• Safely wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including full-face and supplied-air respirators, and work in confined spaces or paint booths.
• Physical requirements include lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50…