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Ultra

Delivers defense technology for rapid decisions

Maintenance Technician

Full-TimePosted on 10/27/2026
No salary listed
Mid, Senior
Associate's
Columbia City, IN, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate’s degree, technical certification, or military maintenance experience with at least 4 years of hands-on experience, or at least 7 years of equivalent practical experience.
  • At least 3 years of experience in equipment troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance.
  • A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding maintenance tasks, including climbing, working in confined spaces, and maneuvering under equipment.
  • Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
  • Adequate color vision and manual dexterity for technical work.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain and restore operational efficiency across facilities and production equipment by performing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance.
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system failures through observation, testing, and data-driven troubleshooting.
  • Isolate equipment issue root causes and implement durable repairs to minimize downtime and recurrence.
  • Disassemble, repair, and reassemble machinery, replacing or fabricating components as needed to meet operational standards.
  • Interpret measurements, schematics, and technical data to adjust, improve, and optimize equipment performance.
  • Manage and maintain critical spare parts inventory to ensure readiness and minimize repair delays.
  • Partner with production teams to train and reinforce routine maintenance practices that extend equipment life and performance.
  • Provide actionable maintenance insights as a technical resource and respond to operational needs.
  • Track, analyze, and report maintenance activities, identifying trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
  • Follow procedures, regulations, and best practices while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Desired Qualifications
  • Electrical certification or a journeyman’s license.
  • Experience with programmable logic controllers, robotics, and automated systems.
  • Knowledge of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code) and NFPA 70E standards.
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration training certification.
  • Experience operating forklifts and aerial lifts.
  • Welding and metal fabrication experience.
  • Ability to prioritize, adapt, and execute in a fast-paced environment while working independently and cross-functionally.
  • Hands-on experience with multimeters, pipe threaders, table saws, and drill presses.
  • Working knowledge of electrical systems (120V–480V) and control circuitry.
  • General facilities maintenance experience, including plumbing and carpentry.

About the company

Ultra Group provides advanced defense and security technology solutions, partnering with governments and defense agencies to address mission-critical challenges. Its products collect and deliver the right data to the right people at the right time, helping decision-makers act quickly in high-stakes situations. The company builds and deploys tailored systems that integrate data, analytics, and communications to support rapid, informed decisions, especially against near-peer threats and other technologically advanced adversaries. Unlike competitors, Ultra Group emphasizes ethical, responsible, and sustainable practices and relies on long-term government contracts to deliver customized, mission-focused solutions. Its ultimate goal is to make the world safer by using technology to improve decision speed and accuracy in defense and security operations.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Post IPO Equity

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2018

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What believers are saying

  • January 26, 2026 NAVSEA awarded Ultra Maritime a $59.6 million countermeasures contract.
  • April 2026 Navy selected Ultra Maritime for AN/SSQ-125B sonobuoy production.
  • August 26, 2026 Germany cleared Lockheed's Ultra acquisition, accelerating transaction closure.

What critics are saying

  • May 1, 2026 SFO DPA imposed £15 million for failure to prevent bribery.
  • March 21, 2026 Ultra sold Cyber to Airbus for £86 million, shrinking the platform.
  • July 6, 2026 Lockheed bought Ultra Maritime for $3.45 billion, risking Ultra's existential breakup.

What makes Ultra unique

  • Ultra Maritime dominates undersea warfare systems with torpedo countermeasures and sonobuoys.
  • Ultra wins long-duration Navy contracts, including MK3/MK4 countermeasures through January 2031.
  • Ultra combines underwater sensing, electronic warfare, and encryption for mission-critical defense customers.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Mental Health Support

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-6%
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Clif Basnight joins Ultra I&C as strategic technologies VP

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