Drone & UAS Systems Technician - Build, Repair, Flight Prep

ApolloTech MSI; Denville (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ApolloTech MSI in New Jersey seeks a dedicated UAS Technician for a full-time role based at Picatinny Arsenal and nearby Denville. You will assemble, maintain, and repair UAS and UGVs, troubleshoot issues, and prepare systems for testing while documenting performance findings.

Requires an Associate’s degree or higher and 2+ years of hands-on UAS experience, plus familiarity with FAA guidelines and the ability to obtain necessary clearances.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in Aviation Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field preferred; relevant work experience may substitute for a degree.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with UAS systems including assembly, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of UAS components and systems including avionics, communications, and navigation.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, maintain, and repair UAS and UGVs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues; conduct routine maintenance.
• Inspect systems to ensure safety and functionality; prepare for testing; collect data and document findings.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Soldering

Welding

Cable fabrication

Education

Associate’s degree in Aviation Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Networking equipment

Data acquisition systems

Job description

ApolloTech MSI in New Jersey seeks a dedicated UAS Technician for a full-time role based at Picatinny Arsenal and nearby Denville. You will assemble, maintain, and repair UAS and UGVs, troubleshoot issues, and prepare systems for testing while documenting performance findings.

Requires an Associate’s degree or higher and 2+ years of hands-on UAS experience, plus familiarity with FAA guidelines and the ability to obtain necessary clearances.