Aircraft Maintenance Technician

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Adelanto (CA); On-site; USD 83,579,000 - 124,257,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Technician-in-training or entry-level technician to assist with UAV assembly, test, and repair under supervision. The role emphasizes reading blueprints, following engineering instructions, and working in a team to meet customer specifications.

The candidate should be enrolled in aviation or technical education, with the ability to work extended hours when required. The facility operates on a 9/80 schedule in Adelanto, CA.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent with 5+ years of experience.
• Able to read blueprints and engineering specifications.
• DoD security clearance eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and repair UAVs.
• Install and test actuators, landing gear, avionics and fuel systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering specs.
• Work effectively in a team and meet deadlines.
• Operate under the 9/80 schedule.

Skills

Hand tools

Read blueprints

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Fluke meters

Job description

Job Summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual who is currently enrolled in an aviation or technical education program or someone pursuing a career as a Aircraft Technician. This position under supervision, is responsible for assembly, test, and repair of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and technical orders, procedures, and regulations to ensure customer specifications are met.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsibilities include aircraft assembly, test, and repair of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV).
• Must be detail-oriented, deadline sensitive and able to work effectively in a team setting.
• Perform and assist in installation and test of electro/mechanical actuators, landing gear, fuel systems, and avionics systems with limited supervision.
• Aircraft assembly may include cable routing, installation of aircraft system components, installation of engine support systems, and airframe related items.
• Perform and assist with off-aircraft assembly of spare components and support equipment.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and engineering specifications.
• Must have familiarization using conventional hand tools, calipers, micrometers, torque wrenches, and Fluke meters.
• Knowledge of office personal computer operating systems is required.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating practices and procedures.
• May require working extended hours when required. Other duties as assigned or requested.
• This facility operates on a 9/80 schedule.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Qualifications

• Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Must be able to work with common hand tools.
• Must be able to perform a variety of routine tasks and demonstrate a good working knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary range: 60,670 - 90,198