Junior Aviation Maintenance Engineer

Infravision; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Infravision is seeking a Junior Aviation Maintenance Engineer to support maintenance, reliability, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement of our heavy-lift UAV fleet. In this hands-on role, you will coordinate maintenance with internal teams and external partners, analyze flight data to boost performance, and help develop the fleet as operations scale.

Ideal for a recent engineering graduate or early-career professional with a passion for aviation technology and a drive to grow into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; aerospace, aerostructures, or avionics preferred.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft or unmanned systems; familiarity with diagnostics and maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving and communication; ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Fleet maintenance & readiness: perform routine maintenance, faultfinding, inspections, and repairs across a fleet of heavy-lift UAVs.
• Maintenance coordination: coordinate activities between internal personnel, OEMs, and external service partners.
• Fleet documentation & asset management: maintain maintenance logs and aircraft histories in asset management systems.
• System upgrades & integration: support hardware/firmware upgrades across the fleet in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Reliability & data analysis: monitor flight hours and maintenance trends to identify recurring faults and improve schedules.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Diagnostics equipment

Unmanned systems

Job description

Infravision is seeking a Junior Aviation Maintenance Engineer to support the maintenance, reliability, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous improvement of our heavy-lift multirotor UAV fleet.

In this hands-on engineering role, you will help maintain the operational readiness of more than 20 aircraft, coordinate maintenance activities with internal teams and external technical partners, and use operational data to improve aircraft performance and reliability. Working closely with engineering, aviation, and field operations teams, you will support the continued development of our fleet as flight hours and operational demands increase.

This opportunity is ideal for a recent engineering graduate or early-career professional with strong technical aptitude, a passion for aviation technology, and the motivation to develop into a more advanced engineering role.

About Infravision

Infravision is transforming how the world's power grids are built through innovative, drone-enabled automation. Our mission is to make grid construction 10 times faster, safer, and more affordable. With safety at the core of everything we do, we combine advanced technology, engineering expertise, and practical innovation to shape the future of energy infrastructure.

We believe diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds make us stronger. Our team brings together professionals from aviation, engineering, technology, and military service, creating a collaborative environment built on trust, integrity, and shared purpose. We are proud of our strong representation of military veterans and the unique experience they bring to our workforce.

Why Join Infravision?

Join a team that's redefining energy infrastructure through innovation, collaboration, and meaningful work.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with traditional pre-tax and Roth contribution options, plus a 100% company match on employee contributions up to 4% of eligible compensation.
• Paid Time Off: Paid time off and company-observed holidays.
• Career Growth: Professional development and advancement opportunities.

What You’ll Do

• Fleet Maintenance & Readiness: Execute and coordinate routine maintenance, faultfinding, inspections, and repairs across a fleet of more than 20 heavy-lift multirotor aircraft, working closely with Operations to maintain aircraft availability and reliability.
• Maintenance Coordination: Coordinate technical maintenance activities and repairs between internal personnel, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and external service partners, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Fleet Documentation & Asset Management: Maintain accurate maintenance logs, repair records, component replacements, and equipment histories within Infravision's asset and compliance management systems.
• System Upgrades & Integration: Support the integration, testing, and deployment of hardware and firmware upgrades across the multirotor fleet in collaboration with engineering and aviation teams.
• Reliability & Data Analysis: Monitor aircraft flight hours, post-flight data, and maintenance trends to identify recurring faults, assess component lifecycles, and support improvements to preventive maintenance schedules and operating procedures.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure maintenance and repair activities follow applicable aviation regulations, safety standards, company procedures, and equipment requirements. Identify and elevate equipment risks, recurring faults, and critical technical issues to engineering teams and regional operations.
• Technical Collaboration & Communication: Work with flight operations, software engineers, hardware engineers, fleet managers, technical contractors, and suppliers to resolve system integration challenges and communicate aircraft readiness, repair timelines, and operational impacts.
• Field & Project Support: Travel to project locations as required to provide onsite technical support, emergency troubleshooting, and aircraft repairs. Assist with equipment preparation, parts packing, system testing, flight activity coordination, and professional customer interactions.
• Professional Development: Work alongside senior engineers, fleet managers, and operators to develop technical expertise in Infravision's proprietary aircraft systems, progressively supporting more complex diagnostics, reliability analysis, and engineering activities.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's degree or graduate qualification in Engineering required. Coursework or experience in aerospace engineering, aerostructures, or avionics preferred.
• Practical Engineering Experience: Hands-on technical experience with aircraft, unmanned systems, electromechanical equipment, or comparable engineering projects. Experience with DARPA Design, Build, Fly or Formula SAE programs desirable.
• Maintenance & Fleet Management: Experience as a technician or fleet manager, including asset lifecycle management, maintenance coordination, equipment reliability, or related technical responsibilities.
• Technical Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and diagnostic capabilities, with the ability to investigate equipment faults, interpret technical information, and develop practical solutions.
• Systems Thinking: Ability to understand interconnected hardware, software, maintenance, and operational processes and identify improvements that increase efficiency and reliability.
• Ownership & Prioritization: Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working independently, learning new technologies, and prioritizing competing responsibilities in a fast-moving environment.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal and technical communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with engineers, operators, external suppliers, technical partners, and customers.
• Safety & Professionalism: Strong commitment to aviation safety, regulatory compliance, accurate documentation, and sound technical judgment.
• Travel & Flexibility: Ability and willingness to travel throughout the United States and internationally, including Canada, India, and Australia, to support maintenance, field operations, and project requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Infravision is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the application and hiring process.