AT Process Technologies (ATP) is a pioneering manufacturing company focused on the development and deployment of modular energetics production plants. Using breakthrough chemistry and automation that operates continuously and generates little to no waste, ATP is expanding energetics production to meet the munitions demands of the US and Allies safely, rapidly, and cost effectively.

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-out

Set up and break down test configurations, staging areas, and temporary infrastructure ahead of test events

Support installation, positioning, and rigging of skids, process equipment, and test hardware at ATP and customer sites

Drive and operate heavy machinery and material handling equipment (forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, cranes) to move and place equipment

Serve as an extra set of hands for the engineering and reliability teams during setup, testing, and teardown

Assist with rigging, hoisting, and safe movement of heavy or sensitive equipment and components

Ensure the test pad is fully ready ahead of scheduled test events, flagging any readiness gaps to the Site Manager and engineering team

Support hardware-in-the-loop testing, commissioning, and factory/site acceptance testing alongside engineers

Follow and help enforce site safety protocols, especially those specific to handling and testing energetic materials

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe test pad and field work environment

Keep punch lists, equipment logs, and as-built/as-run documentation accurate and up to date

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school training a plus

2+ years of hands-on experience in ground operations, field service, industrial maintenance, or a similar physical/technical role

Experience operating heavy equipment (forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, or similar); valid license/certification a plus

Comfortable with rigging, lifting, and moving heavy equipment safely

Ability to work hands-on outdoors and in test pad, field, and plant environments in all weather conditions

Strong attention to detail and follow-through on site readiness and safety

Ability to work as part of a crew, take direction in a fast-paced test environment, and communicate issues clearly

Preferred Qualifications

EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) background or equivalent military/industrial explosives handling experience, given the nature of energetics production

Experience supporting test operations, range operations, or launch/static-fire ground operations

Crane and/or rigging certification (e.g., NCCCO, NCCER) or equivalent hands-on rigging experience

Experience assembling or supporting skidded/modular equipment builds

Working knowledge of mechanical drawings, P&IDs, or site layout drawings

Experience in defense, aerospace, energetics, or other regulated manufacturing environments

Additional Requirements

Ability to lift 50 lbs

U.S. Person and ability to obtain a security clearance

Ability to work on-site and travel as needed

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.