Maintenance Lead (Engineering Technician, Maintenance V)

Position Type: Full-time, Non-exempt

Work Location: US Army National Training Center (NTC) - Fort Irwin, CA

Pay: $38.30/hr + $4.93/hr (Health & Wellness Benefit)

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 35-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

SA-TECH is seeking to hire an experienced Maintenance Manager at the NTC at Fort Irwin, CA with expertise in military and commercial vehicle maintenance operations. Candidates should be highly organized, adaptive, and ready to thrive in a high operational work environment. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.

Specific duties include (but are not limited to):

• Lead and oversee daily maintenance operations. 
• Supervise mechanics conducting maintenance on diesel equipment, including diesel generators, military, and commercial vehicles.
• Manage our maintenance facility, ensuring proper accountability of all tools and equipment.
• Ensure maintenance facility is safe by enforcing applicable safety standards.
• Responsible for training and mentoring maintenance personnel.
• Maintain a high equipment-uptime through continuous preventative maintenance before, during, and after equipment operations.
• Monitor and report equipment status, build PM schedule, track services and ensure proper documentation of completed work.
• Research and source maintenance parts for repairs.
• Coordinate specialty support from vendors.
• Enforce company policies and ensure employee compliance.

Work Conditions

• Work will be both inside and outside, throughout the year in an austere environment with fluctuating temperatures.
• Work requires standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and lifting.
• Work involves occasionally lifting objects weighing between 50-100 pounds as part of a two-person team.
• Shift work is required and hours may change based on mission requirements.
• Must be able to work all shifts, weekends, holidays and overtime as needed, to support the customer/mission.
• You must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned.

Education/Experience/Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Five+ (5+) years of maintenance supervisor/ maintenance lead/ maintenance planner experience.
• Three+ (3+) years of maintenance of RF maintenance and repair experience.
• Ten (10+) years of electrical & mechanical system maintenance and repair experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Radar operation experience required.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite of software (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to obtain a Class B license.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

Supporting Our Warfighters:

As a highly regarded and long-established DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH Provides:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Benefits
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• PTO and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

Important Information You Should Know:

• By applying to this posting, you express interest in the position and may be considered for other opportunities within the company that match your skills.
• SA-TECH offers flexible work schedules depending on the program, alongside generous PTO benefits.
• We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and evaluate all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
• We participate in the E-Verify system to verify work authorization in the U.S.
• Applicants are encouraged to apply within 5-15 days of posting for optimal consideration.
• We prioritize a supportive work environment, professional development, and a healthy work-life balance and our pay and benefits aim to enhance employee well-being.
• If this culture resonates with you, we invite you to apply. If you're uncertain about your fit for this position, please explore other roles on SA-TECH Careers .

** Please note that any provided salary information is a general guideline. SA-TECH considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and skills as well as market and business considerations when extending offers.