Ground Operations Technician

Summary ATP is building a core team to stand up the autonomous skidded production systems that will redefine how energetics are manufactured. As our Ground Operations Technician, you will work side-by-side with the Site Manager, engineering team, and reliability team to prepare test pads and facilities for equipment load-in, support hardware installation and testing, and serve as an extra set of hands wherever the crew needs one. This is a hands-on, physical role for someone who is comfortable operating heavy machinery, thrives on a fast-moving test pad, and takes safety seriously given the energetic materials involved.Key Responsibilities Work alongside the Site Manager and crew of engineers to prepare test pads and facilities for equipment load-in and load-outSet up and break down test configurations, staging areas, and temporary infrastructure ahead of test eventsSupport installation, positioning, and rigging of skids, process equipment, and test hardware at ATP and customer sitesDrive and operate heavy machinery and material handling equipment (forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, cranes) to move and place equipmentServe as an extra set of hands for the engineering and reliability teams during setup, testing, and teardownAssist with rigging, hoisting, and safe movement of heavy or sensitive equipment and componentsEnsure the test pad is fully ready ahead of scheduled test events, flagging any readiness gaps to the Site Manager and engineering teamSupport hardware-in-the-loop testing, commissioning, and factory/site acceptance testing alongside engineersFollow and help enforce site safety protocols, especially those specific to handling and testing energetic materialsMaintain a clean, organized, and safe test pad and field work environmentKeep punch lists, equipment logs, and as-built/as-run documentation accurate and up to dateRequired Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school training a plus2+ years of hands-on experience in ground operations, field service, industrial maintenance, or a similar physical/technical roleExperience operating heavy equipment (forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, or similar); valid license/certification a plusComfortable with rigging, lifting, and moving heavy equipment safelyAbility to work hands-on outdoors and in test pad, field, and plant environments in all weather conditionsStrong attention to detail and follow-through on site readiness and safetyAbility to work as part of a crew, take direction in a fast-paced test environment, and communicate issues clearlyPreferred Qualifications EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) background or equivalent military/industrial explosives handling experience, given the nature of energetics productionExperience supporting test operations, range operations, or launch/static-fire ground operationsCrane and/or rigging certification (e.g., NCCCO, NCCER) or equivalent hands-on rigging experienceExperience assembling or supporting skidded/modular equipment buildsWorking knowledge of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, or site layout drawingsExperience in defense, aerospace, energetics, or other regulated manufacturing environmentsAdditional Requirements Ability to lift 50 lbsU.S. Person and ability to obtain a security clearanceAbility to work on-site and travel as neededITAR Requirements This position requires access to information and technology protected under U.S. export control laws and regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to these regulations, applicants must be a \"U.S. Person\" as defined by 22 CFR § 120.62, which includes (i) U.S. citizens or nationals, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders), (iii) refugees under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylees under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.Equal Employment Opportunity AT Process Technologies 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, disability, or protected veteran statusReasonable Accommodation If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact hr@atprocess.net.E-Verify AT Process Technologies participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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