Aviation Crew Chief – UAS Flight-Line Lead (OCONUS)

Technology Service Corporation; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP contributions

401k Matching Program

Flexible work schedules

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation in Maryland is seeking a dynamic Aviation Crew Chief to support ground and flight operations at an OCONUS location. Travel 50-75% and deploy with short notice.

You will ensure compliance with FAA/ICAO/DoD standards and maintain aircraft records and technical logs. Must be able to operate independently in high-paced environments and coordinate with engineering and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Expertise in airframe, powerplant, electrical, mechanical, and RF systems troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with FAA, ICAO, DoD, and DCMA maintenance and flight standards.
• Proficiency in maintenance manuals, Technical Orders, and compliance procedures.
• Experience in FOD control, property management, and logistics of Government Furnished Equipment and COMSEC.

Responsibilities

• Oversee aircraft maintenance and flight line operations at an OCONUS site.
• Ensure compliance with flight, ground, training, and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logbooks, and tool control.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings for operations and engineering teams.
• Manage COMSEC equipment, consumables, and maintenance tracking.
• Track and account for critical parts, tools, and components.
• Conduct Technical Inspections (TI) and sign off on completed work.

Skills

Flight line procedures

Maintenance operations

Detail-oriented

Independent work

FAA/ICAO/DoD standards

Air Vehicle Systems

Technical Manuals

Logs & configurations

Crew Chief designation post-training

Education

US Citizenship with active Secret clearance

RQ-29 LEA Crew Chief Qualification

FAA A&P or equivalent (preferred)

AA Class 3 Medical Certification

High School Diploma or GED + 3+ years maintenance experience

Job description

Technology Service Corporation in Maryland is seeking a dynamic Aviation Crew Chief to support ground and flight operations at an OCONUS location. Travel 50-75% and deploy with short notice.

You will ensure compliance with FAA/ICAO/DoD standards and maintain aircraft records and technical logs. Must be able to operate independently in high-paced environments and coordinate with engineering and operations teams.