Avionics Technician I, MQ-9 (Philippines/Deployable)

PAE Government Services Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 5,031,000 - 7,547,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is hiring a qualified MQ-9 CLS Technician to troubleshoot and repair aircraft avionics and Ground Control Station systems. The role demands advanced electrical knowledge, documentation in logs, and leadership to guide junior technicians.

The position requires an active Secret clearance, ability to travel, and proficiency with NALCOMIS, IMDS and OOMA. Expect complex problem solving and adherence to military standards.

Qualifications

• Active Secret US Government clearance required.
• US Citizenship required for clearance.
• High School Diploma or relevant military/vocational training.
• Minimum 1 year aircraft avionics and Ground Control Station (GCS) maintenance experience.
• Advanced knowledge of electronics maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of RFF systems, components and accessories.
• Ability to read blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• IA T Level II equivalent certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to inspect and operate ground support equipment.
• Must maintain English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
• SF-86 updates within 30 days of hire.
• Current State driver's license.
• Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS deployments.
• Meet deployment criteria including pre-deployment medical screening.

Responsibilities

• Maintain UAS electrical generators, load banks, starters, relays, batteries, actuators and circuit breakers.
• Troubleshoot multiple electronics systems on aircraft and ground control stations.
• Solve complex problems beyond manufacturers’ manuals using advanced circuit analysis and test instruments.
• Document entries in aircraft logs and records; participate in QA and shift meetings.
• Provide guidance and technical leadership to junior technicians during modifications and maintenance.
• Sign off work in NALCOMIS, OOMA or IMDS as required.
• Apply CNAFINST 4790.2 and related procedures; implement engineering changes.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure safe and compliant operations.

Skills

Security clearance

Aircraft avionics

GCS maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Military/vocational training

Tools

NALCOMIS

IMDS

OOMA

Job description

Essential Responsibilities

The USMC MQ-9 CLS Technician is a qualified and skilled aircraft electronics and Ground Support Station technician with experience in troubleshooting multiple electronics systems both aircraft and control stations. Work may be reviewed by supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices. Must maintain assigned UAS aircraft electrical generators, load banks, starters, relays, batteries, actuators, circuit breakers, switches, and aircraft instruments. Must apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents. Examples of such problems include determining the location and density of circuitry, evaluating electromagnetic radiation, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes. Work typically requires an understanding of the interrelationships of circuits, exercising independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, and tracing relationships in signal flow, using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment. The CLS technician shall utilize excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet Daily Flight Schedule. Required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, attend shift change maintenance meetings, perform as a QA, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that affect operational and maintenance capabilities. Requires an advanced understanding of the interrelationships of circuits and associated systems. Exercises independent judgment and leadership in performing assigned tasks in conjunction with designated direction from Production Staff and/or Avionic Leads. Uses common and complex test instruments in the performance of assigned duties. Must be able to sign off work in either NALCOMIS/OOMA or IMDS. Must have knowledge and understanding of CNAFINST 4790.2 and DAFI 21-101. Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices. Applies advanced technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operations. Performs all other duties as assigned as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have an active Secret US Government clearance.
• Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Must have High School Diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
• Minimum of one year of actual Aircraft Avionics and Ground Control Station (GCS) maintenance experience required.
• Must have advanced knowledge of basic and complex electronics maintenance and repair.
• Must have advanced knowledge of RFF systems, components, and accessories.
• Must possess advanced knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft electronics maintenance.
• Must know theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, theory of flight and electronic flight controls, and have a thorough understanding of electrical and electronic principles.
• Must be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Must be eligible to gain and maintain one of the following IAT Level II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, Security+ CE, SSCP, or GSEC, IAW DOD 8570.01-M commensurate with the assigned duties within 90 days of hire or before second deployment.
• Must be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Must achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed.
• Must be able to lift, carry and/or wear Military Issued Equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.
• Must have current/active State Issued Driver’s License.
• Must be able to travel on CONUS/OCONUS deployments.
• Must meet all OCONUS deployment criteria, to include pre-deployment medical screening, as a condition of employment.
• For OCONUS deployments, must have valid U.S. Passport with a minimum of two years remaining with at least two facing pairs (four total) of blank Visa pages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Top Secret Clearance with SCI Associate degree in a relevant career field.
• Current IAT Level I Certification.
• RPA Deployment Experience.
• (Deployment positions only) Prior experience as a Defense Contractor.
• SETTS experience highly desired.

Company Culture

For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA.

Contact & Accommodations

Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/

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