A&P UAV Test Mechanic – Onsite, Relocation Assistance

General Atomics; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an A&P Mechanic to support Test Operations at Gray Butte (Palmdale) or El Mirage (Adelanto) in Southern California.

You will work on aircraft and ground control stations, contributing to development, testing, and sustainment of MQ-1C Gray Eagle, MQ-9A Reaper, MQ-9B SkyGuardian, and related systems. Responsibilities include preflight/postflight, ground tests, and data collection, with an emphasis on safety and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license is desired.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOD clearance is required.
• Strong documentation and communication skills are needed.

Responsibilities

• Service, troubleshoot, repair, inspect and maintain aircraft and ground support equipment for test operations.
• Support test teams in development and R&D efforts.
• Perform airframe and powerplant work in support of test ops and sustainment activities.
• Review records to ensure proper documentation per procedures and government orders.
• Perform launch and recovery tasks and pre/postflight items.

Skills

FAA A&P license

DOD clearance

Documentation & communication

Team & independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an A&P Mechanic to support Test Operations at Gray Butte (Palmdale) or El Mirage (Adelanto) in Southern California.

You will work on aircraft and ground control stations, contributing to development, testing, and sustainment of MQ-1C Gray Eagle, MQ-9A Reaper, MQ-9B SkyGuardian, and related systems. Responsibilities include preflight/postflight, ground tests, and data collection, with an emphasis on safety and adherence to procedures.