Deployable Avionics Technician — Field UAV Support

General Atomics Systems Integration; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks an Avionics Technician for the Aero Services division. This deployable role requires travel and a FLEX schedule to support MQ-1C operations.

Under supervision, you will install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain UAV electronic equipment including ground control stations and ground data terminals. You will analyze customer requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to specifications and procedures.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency with 2+ years in aviation or electronics.
• Ability to troubleshoot at the component level and diagnose complex issues.
• Familiarity with aviation electronics procedures, test equipment, and wiring practices.
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Operates UAV ground control stations and associated equipment at deployment locations.
• Analyzes customer requirements to ensure product implementations meet specifications.
• Assesses data interfaces and recommends product solutions for end users.
• Provides on-site tech support for installation, configuration, and repair of products.
• Performs troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronic equipment.
• Repairs or replaces components based on test results and technical docs.

Skills

Aviation electronics

Troubleshooting

Blueprints & schematics

Security clearance eligible

Education

Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency

Job description

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks an Avionics Technician for the Aero Services division. This deployable role requires travel and a FLEX schedule to support MQ-1C operations.

Under supervision, you will install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain UAV electronic equipment including ground control stations and ground data terminals. You will analyze customer requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure adherence to specifications and procedures.