Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Inspector / Maintainer

The Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) Inspector/Maintainer is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, testing, repair, and documentation of aviation survival and safety equipment. This role directly supports aircrew survivability and mission safety by ensuring all life support systems meet regulatory and operational standards. ALSE personnel operate as safety-critical professionals and maintain strict compliance with applicable technical manuals, manufacturer instructions, and agency directives.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, test, and document life support equipment including survival vests and harnesses, rafts and flotation devices, emergency oxygen systems, flight helmets and protective gear, and survival kits and signaling devices
• Perform scheduled and conditional inspections
• Maintain calibration and testing equipment
• Track serialized equipment and inspection intervals
• Ensure compliance with safety bulletins and technical directives
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection logs
• Support audits and safety evaluations
• Provide user training or familiarization when required
• Coordinate with supply and logistics for parts and consumables

Qualifications

• Military or civilian ALSE certification/training required
• 3–5 years ALSE maintenance experience preferred
• Knowledge of survival equipment inspection intervals and documentation
• Strong attention to detail and regulatory compliance discipline
• Preferred experience working on USCG aircraft
• Ability to obtain/maintain required security clearance

Work Environment

• Operational aviation environment

Why VLinc

At VLinc, we understand that aircrew survivability begins with the professionals who maintain life support equipment. ALSE specialists are trusted with the most critical layer of aviation safety - the gear that brings crews home. VLinc's ALSE professionals protect those who protect our nation through disciplined inspection processes, regulatory compliance, and meticulous life-cycle equipment tracking aligned with the highest aviation safety standards.