General Shop Technician

Threat Tec, LLC is an integrated technology and services company serving defense and commercial customers. We design, deliver, and sustain training, readiness, and mission-support solutions that combine people, process, and technology to improve preparation, decision-making, and operational performance.

Threat Tec, LLC is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined General Shop Technician to support operations within our Mission Engineering Division. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of hands‑on mechanical skills, general machine shop knowledge, carpentry experience, and the ability to assist with fabrication, assembly, maintenance, and repair projects.

This position is ideal for a versatile, hardworking individual who enjoys working with their hands, solving mechanical problems, and supporting a variety of technical and engineering projects. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast‑paced shop environment, utilizing hand and power tools, and assisting skilled machinists, mechanics, and engineering personnel.

• Perform general mechanical work, including assembly, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical components and equipment.
• Assist machinists and engineering personnel with fabrication, modification, assembly, and repair of parts, equipment, and systems.
• Perform general carpentry tasks, including measuring, cutting, drilling, fastening, assembling, and modifying wooden structures and components.
• Operate common hand tools, power tools, and general shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Assist with basic metal fabrication, grinding, drilling, cutting, sanding, and finishing operations.
• Support the assembly and integration of mechanical systems, prototypes, and custom‑engineered equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on shop equipment, tools, and machinery.
• Read and interpret basic technical drawings, diagrams, measurements, and assembly instructions.
• Assist with material handling, inventory organization, equipment movement, and shop setup.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
• Identify mechanical issues and assist in developing practical solutions.
• Work collaboratively with machinists, technicians, engineers, and other shop personnel to complete assigned projects.
• Perform additional general shop duties as required to support Mission Engineering

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous hands‑on experience working in a machine shop, mechanical repair facility, fabrication shop, maintenance environment, construction trade, or similar technical setting.
• General knowledge of mechanical systems, tools, equipment, and shop practices.
• Practical experience using hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and common shop equipment.
• Basic carpentry skills, including measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing materials.
• Ability to perform general mechanical assembly, maintenance, and repair tasks.
• Basic understanding of shop safety procedures and proper equipment operation.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, problem‑solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to perform a variety of tasks and assist wherever needed within the shop.

• 2+ years of experience in a machine shop, fabrication shop, mechanical maintenance, or related hands‑on trade.
• Experience working alongside machinists, welders, fabricators, or mechanical engineers.
• Familiarity with drill presses, band saws, grinders, sanders, and other common machine shop equipment.
• Experience with basic metalworking, fabrication, or welding support.
• Experience assembling…