Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$35/hr–$45/hr
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · Remote OK
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Position: Application Developer Company: Altus Engineering Location: Remote Salary: $90,000-$160,000 per year Position Overview Altus Engineering is seeking experienced Application Developers to support an anticipated fe…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Job Description The Virginia Tech National Security Institute (VTNSI) is a national leader in advancing security and resilience through innovative and applied research, empowering the next generation of experts, and buil…
Skills: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Test & Evaluation, Systems Engineering, Technical Leadership
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$87k–$198k/yr
Munitions Acquisition Portfolio Analyst, Senior The Opportunity: As an expert in defense acquisition, your unique background inspires you to think bigger, push further, and ask questions others don’t. We need your extens…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$94k–$198k/yr
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$106k–$154k/yr
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Skills: Safety engineering, Construction safety, Regulatory compliance, Hazard identification, Risk analysis
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$60k–$74k/yr
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Skills: Administrative support, Government relations, Scheduling, Travel management, Correspondence drafting
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$90k–$120k/yr
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$94k–$198k/yr
Job Title: SOF Targeting Analyst Job Category: Intelligence Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type: Regular-Rotational Traveler Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Tra…
Skills: Intelligence analysis, Targeting, Network analysis, F3EAD, Counter-facilitation
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Remote OK
$90k–$105k/yr
Stand Together is a philanthropic community that helps America’s boldest changemakers tackle the root causes of our country’s biggest problems, from education to the economy, broken communities, and toxic division, among…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
Job Family: Biologist Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Active Secret What You Will Do: Assist in the execution of Human Subject Research (HSR) activities for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (D…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · Remote OK
$90k–$160k/yr
Position: Database Engineer Company: Altus Engineering Location: Remote Salary: $90,000-$160,000 per year Position Overview Altus Engineering is seeking a cleared Senior Oracle Database and Data Integration Engineer to s…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$40/hr–$52/hr
Compensation Grade: T21 Salary Range: $40.08-$52.10 Opening Date: September 4, 2026 Closing Date: September 19, 2026 Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date. As an…
Skills: Electrical maintenance, Troubleshooting, Medium-voltage systems, Airfield lighting, Emergency response
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$87k–$198k/yr
Project Manager The Opportunity: You know that project managers touch every single part of a business and wear multiple hats, from caring for the client and their meaningful project goals to participating in business dev…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$90k–$120k/yr
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Skills: Journalism, Health Policy, Legislative Reporting, Breaking News, Storytelling
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$130k–$170k/yr
Overview Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Missile Warning Systems Engineer with Foreign Military Sales experience. Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking…
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Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$108k–$195k/yr
Primary Responsibilities Serve as the subject matter expert in the areas of network and cloud architecture and design activities. Lead cloud and network architecture and design efforts. Assist the Government in developin…
Skills: Network architecture, Cloud architecture, Network engineering, Business case development, Return on investment
Arlington, Virginia, United States · On-site
$92k–$167k/yr
Primary Responsibilities. Serve as the subject matter expert in the areas of network engineering design, testing, and deployment. Engineer, design, test, and implement an enterprise network infrastructure and technologie…
Skills: Network Engineering, Network Design, WAN, LAN, DNS
Arlington, Virginia, United States · Hybrid
$115k–$145k/yr
Description RedMatter Solutions is seeking a Senior Capture & Growth Specialist to support and strengthen our federal business development and capture activities. This is a hands-on individual-contributor position respon…
Skills: Capture Management, Pipeline Management, Federal Contracting, Business Development, Strategic Planning
Arlington, Virginia, United States • On-site
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The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on a diverse fleet of airport ground support vehicles and heavy equipment. This role involves documenting work in maintenance management systems and ensuring all equipment meets safety and operational standards.
Candidates must have four years of progressively responsible experience in heavy equipment maintenance or an equivalent combination of apprenticeship and vocational training. A valid state driver's license is required, with the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 90 days of hire.
Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.
As a Heavy Equipment Mechanic, you will maintain and repair the Airports Authority’s fleet of trucks, vehicles and ground transportation equipment.Examines equipment, traces/locates defects, identifies replacement parts, and repairs/modifies mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on heavy equipment and/or HVAC systems.
Performs preventive maintenance and inspections on vehicles and heavy mobile equipment.
Changes oil and filters, checks hose connections, performs major tune-ups, etc.
Test-drives/operates equipment to ensure it is operating correctly/according to standards.
Makes service calls to stalled or inoperative vehicles and equipment. Performs on-site repairs. May operate a wrecker to recover and transport vehicles and equipment.
May research new suppliers or substitutions for unavailable parts; may fabricate part(s).
May perform inspections of vehicles and equipment and prepare labor, parts, and materials requirements for itemized estimates.
May perform minor bodywork on vehicles and equipment.
May perform minor welding and cutting of metals and metalwork.
Performs recurring duties such as cleaning shop/work area as required.
Enters information into the computerized maintenance management system and completes work orders for equipment maintained, overhauled, or repaired.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Four years of progressively responsible experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy mobile gasoline and diesel-fueled equipment that includes substantive work in mechanical and hydraulic systems and components, and electrical troubleshooting
OR four years of approved apprenticeship training in repair and maintenance of heavy mobile gasoline and diesel-fueled equipment, and one year of experience in repair and maintenance of heavy mobile gasoline and diesel-fueled equipment
OR four years of vehicle repair and maintenance experience and 240 hours of heavy mechanical equipment vocational training.
Ability to apply journey-level knowledge of heavy industrial, commercial, and light automotive equipment to the maintenance and repair of equipment and associated systems, subsystems, assemblies, and parts.
Journey-level skill in troubleshooting, modifying, and making repairs; and fitting, installing, and adjusting system/vehicle components.
Ability to analyze data and information (diagrams and schematics) to perform work.
Ability to work safely and knowledge of the safety rules, regulations, and procedures needed to do so.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Skill in using a computer and computerized work order and time and attendance systems.
A Class B or Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
Licensure by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a State Safety Inspector.
Certification as an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Air Act Section 609 Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning (MVAC) Technician.
Certification(s) from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) from the Automobile and Light Truck Test Series (A Series), the Medium-Heavy Truck Series (T Series) or another series applicable to this job.
A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
A state driver’s license in good standing.
For Heavy Equipment Mechanic (IAD): Class B Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of hire, promotion, or placement into the job.
State Safety Inspector License by the Commonwealth of Virginia may be required.
For Heavy Equipment Mechanic (DCA): Class A Commercial Driver’s License with HAZMAT endorsement within 90 days of hire, promotion, or placement into the job.
EPA’s MVAC Technician Certification within 30 days of hire, promotion, or placement into the job.
Operates vehicle airside and landside (requires AOA permit).
May bend, crouch, and work in cramped positions; carries/moves objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
Is subject to possible electrical shock, falls from large mobile equipment, slips on oily flooring, and hazardous fumes and substances. May work for prolonged periods of time in noise levels in excess of 105db. Wears personal protective equipment as necessary.
Is subject to hold-over and recall on a 24-hour basis for essential services and emergencies, such as snow removal, to include operating equipment to clear snow on runways and roadways.
Work is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quality, quantity, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.
Ability to communicate clearly with the Air Traffic Control Tower and interpret instructions from the ATCT.
WHAT WE OFFER
A career with the Airports Authority comes with more than just a paycheck; it offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities. Discover more about our benefits package here.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.| Follow us on Twitter @MWAAcareers.
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The Airports Authority operates a two-airport system (Reagan National & Dulles International) that provides domestic and international air service for the mid-Atlantic region. The organization consists of more than 1,750 employees in a structure that includes central administration, airports management and operations, and police and fire departments. Follow us on our Careers Twitter: http://www.Twitter.com/MWAACareers For job opportunities visit our main site below and choose Careers.
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