Aircraft Ejection Seat Overhaul Technician

Title: Aircraft Ejection Seat Overhaul Technician

Location: Johnstown, PA

Summary

The Aircraft Ejection Seat Overhaul Technician is responsible for comprehensive inspection, complex repair, precision overhaul, and rigorous testing of ejection seats and their life‑critical components in accordance with detailed technical specifications, engineering drawings, and stringent regulatory standards. The Technician also implements engineering modifications and provides on‑site technical assistance as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive Overhaul & Repair

Perform repairs, overhauls, and reconditioning of ejection seats and associated components, restoring full operational capability across multiple Martin‑Baker platforms, including Mk10, Mk14, and Mk16 ejection seats.

• Explosive Handling & Safety

Safely de‑arm ejection seats, ensuring all explosive elements are properly managed and the seat is rendered safe for maintenance operations.

• Functional Testing & Calibration

Execute precise testing, troubleshooting, and adjustments to verify that all ejection seat components operate within defined performance parameters and comply with safety regulations.

• Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Maintain meticulous records, reports, and technical documentation to ensure strict compliance with industry standards, government regulations, company policies, and customer requirements.

• Test Equipment Maintenance

Perform calibration, routine servicing, and preventive maintenance on specialized testing apparatus, ensuring accuracy and reliability of test results in line with applicable standards.

Experience & Knowledge

Essential:

• Knowledge of technical manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints, and relevant specifications; ability to accurately interpret and execute complex instructions.


• Proven capability to perform precision work with exceptional attention to detail, maintaining the highest safety and quality standards in a mission‑critical environment.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a detail‑oriented approach to diagnostics, root cause analysis, and effective resolution of technical issues.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired:

• At least three years' experience with Martin‑Baker Aircraft Company ejection seats.


• Extensive hands‑on experience in the overhaul, repair, and maintenance of aircraft ejection seat systems, preferably in aerospace or defense applications.


• Prior military experience and graduation from U.S. Navy/Marine Corps AME/PR "A" school or U.S. Air Force equivalent.

Educational Requirements:

Essential:

High school diploma.

Desired:

5 + years' experience in the support and maintenance of ejection seats and ejection seat components.

Why Martin‑Baker America?

Martin‑Baker America is a premier provider of advanced ejection and crashworthy seating systems across the United States and Canada. Our expertise encompasses crashworthy helicopter seat manufacturing, full lifecycle ejection seat maintenance, and critical component supply to sustain operational readiness. We are proud to support aircrew safety and survivability.

• Opportunity to work with impactful, mission‑critical aerospace technology


• Collaborative, supportive work environment


• Flexible schedules with no night or weekend shifts


• Paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents (no employee premiums)


• 401(k) plan with company match


• Three weeks of paid vacation in the first year

View full job description and apply online at: https://martinbakeramerica.isolvedhire.com

Questions? Email: hr@martin-baker.us

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

MBAI is a government contractor and provides priority consideration to veterans.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a Background Check and Drug Screening