Heavy Equipment Mechanic

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our vehicle sustainment team in Bahrain. The selected candidate will provide maintenance and logistics support to multiple families of vehicles globally on the Allied Logistics Engineering Capabilities Sustainment (ALECS) program. Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited ToResearch, plans, designs and develops new applications for electro-mechanical equipment and systems. Reviews contractor's standards, specifications, and other documentation to determine mechanical engineering requirements.

Designs, repairs or reviews gas and diesel engines, simple mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, ventilation and/or instrumentation systems using analytical and investigative methods and techniques to ensure systems meet required specifications. Gathers and correlates basic data and performs routine engineering research and development assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests in order to develop new applications or upgrade existing hardware. Guides and assists technicians in fabrication and installation of simple mechanical and related equipment and routine systems in order to ensure conformance of product and systems with engineering design and customer specifications.

May evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate malfunctions or improve equipment or system function and correct drawings to ensure that products are in accordance with proper engineering techniques and specifications. Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications3+ years of qualified mechanical experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field (OR) 7+ years of qualified mechanical experience and a trade school certification or associate degree in a related field (OR) 10+ years of qualified mechanical experience. Qualified mechanical experience includes one or more of the following:

light or heavy-duty trucks, tractors, tactical vehicles, ground systems, generators, power plants, aircraft or any diesel or gasoline powered equipment or vehicle. Must have prior training or maintenance experience on MRAP FOV systemsFamiliar or knowledgeable with MRAP/RCV systemsProven maintenance, repair and technical experience and background in industrial manufacturing, commercial maintenance or military operations or maintenance. Maintenance support experience includes operations, system troubleshooting, engineering, design, installation, analysis, maintenance and repair of U. S. systems and subsystems to component level. Proficient with a variety of hand tools, diagnostic tools, power tools, multi-meters.

Experience applying industry and/or military standard troubleshooting procedures to isolate faulty system components. Must be able to meet all government CONUS Replacement Center (CRC) requirements for foreign travel into operational locations; Candidates must possess a valid U. S. Passport that will remain valid for at least two years following the start date of employment. Ability to successfully pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screening; must possess a Valid Driver’s License for the location in which the work will be performed as well as a High School Diploma or GED. Preferred QualificationsWillingness to travel to various US or OCONUS locations.

Clearance RequirementsMust be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance prior to starting this position. Physical RequirementsMust be able to balance, bend, carry, crouch, stretch and kneel. Must be able to push, pull, and reach. Must be able to work in high noise areas. Must be able to lift 50lbs and small parts. Must be able to work with computers and CRTs, and type on a computer keyboard.