Senior Parachute Rigger

TITLE: AFSPECWAR Senior Parachute Rigger

LOCATION: Tucson, AZ; Davis-Monthan AFB

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, On-site

TRAVEL: 20%

POSITION SUMMARY

Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Senior Parachute Rigger (SR) to support elite Special Operations Forces (SOF) by ensuring mission-critical parachute systems and equipment are safe, reliable, and ready for action. As a Senior Rigger, you'll play a vital role in packing, servicing, and maintaining personnel parachute systems (PPS), while providing expert-level training in support of Air Force Special Warfare (AFSPECWAR) training at Davis-Monthan AFB.

RESPONSIBILITIES (not limited to):

• Operational Responsibilities:
  • Perform expert-level packing, inspection, and maintenance of PPS and cargo parachute systems, including but not limited to RA-1, MC-6, T-11R, APS, Raider Intruder, and Military Tandem systems.
  • Build and rig aerial delivery loads for land and maritime airdrop operations, including combat expendable platforms and SOF-specific configurations.
  • Conduct Parachute Rigger Checks and recovery/retrograde operations for PPS and Aerial Delivery Equipment (ADE) during land and water airborne missions.
• Instructional Duties:
  • Assist in classroom and field instruction on PPS and Aerial Delivery methods, ensuring personnel are trained to perform static line (S/L) and Military Free Fall (MFF) jump operations safely and effectively.
  • Train and mentor newly assigned AFSPECWAR and contractor personnel on parachute systems, oxygen equipment, and other critical gear.
• Equipment Maintenance and Support:
  • Service, inspect, and maintain high-altitude supplemental oxygen systems, night vision devices, altimeters, emergency breathing systems, and flotation devices to ensure operational safety.
  • Maintain AFE materials and ensure proper documentation of all inspections and certifications.
  • Oversee and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, enhancing functionality and efficiency.
• Mission Integration:
  • Participate in full-mission profile training, acting as Opposing Force (OPFOR) or medical role players to enhance realism.
  • Support logistical operations, including loading/unloading equipment onto aircraft and water vessels.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience with AFSPECWAR or SOF units.
• Must be a graduate of US Army Quartermaster Center and School (USAQMC&S) RA-1, Ft. Gregg-Adams, VA.
• MFF operations experience. Special Operations airdrop rigging. Maritime airdrop recovery operations.
• Knowledge/application of USAF aviation flight safety program malfunction, mishap, and incident reporting.
• USAQMC&S approved RA-1 New Equipment Training (NET) or Mobile Training Team (MTT) rigging courses.
• DZCO qualified.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification as FAA Senior Rigger with back rating at time of employment. Chest rating must be acquired within 6 months of hiring. AFES and AFE Program Manager may extend the time to 12 months.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Carry up to 75 lbs of equipment for 4 hours.
• Lift 225 lbs from the floor to waist height.
• Work in demanding environments involving explosives, hazardous materials, and corrosive fuels.

Modern Government Solutions offers a complete benefit package for all full-time positions to include health, dental, and vision plan options, life insurance for employees, spouse and children, short term disability, long term disability, Paid Time Offer, Paid Sick Leave, paid holidays, 401k, etc.

*Applicants selected will be United States citizens and may be subject to a government security investigation for access to classified information. *

ABOUT US

At MGS, we believe a people-first culture corresponds to organizational success through a commitment to excellence, integrity, inclusion, and an attitude that welcomes challenges meets demands, sustains growth, and drives innovation. We provide expert mission-first technical and programmatic services and solutions for the US intelligence community, the US Department of Defense, and other governmental agencies. We create people-first organizational cultures where employees feel needed in the system, not a system that needs employees. We provide you with long-term career opportunities centrally focused on our core value system: inclusion, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

MGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.