Lead UAS Crew Chief: Field Maintenance & Readiness

pacificoenergy; Fort Walton Beach, Destin (FL, FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A2G International is seeking a skilled Crew Chief to oversee UAS maintenance and readiness for Group 3+ platforms. You will work with flight crews to prepare unmanned aircraft for missions, training, and testing, ensuring compliance with FAA directives and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has hands-on troubleshooting skills, experience documenting maintenance actions, and the ability to travel OCONUS as required. U.S. citizenship and an active SECRET DoD clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience serving as a UAS Crew Chief for Group 3 or larger platforms.
• Current FAA Class III Medical Certificate (or ability to obtain).
• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance documentation and logbook entries.
• Ability to follow technical procedures and regulatory guidelines without deviation.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must have an active SECRET DoD security clearance.
• Must be capable to travel OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance compliance with all service bulletins, engineering changes, FAA airworthiness directives, and applicable technical data.
• Perform troubleshooting and repair of engine, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Support disassembly and reassembly of components during modifications or failure resolution.
• Conduct inspections of aircraft parts for cleanliness and serviceability prior to use.
• Fabricate and modify aerospace components per specification and engineering design.
• Execute validation and verification testing of UAS components and subsystems.
• Perform launch and recovery operations for unmanned aircraft systems.
• Safely manage aircraft handling tasks such as towing, jacking, and pre-flight operations.
• Collaborate with flight crew and engineering to prepare aircraft for missions and testing.
• Accurately document all maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
• Monitor and report on the condition and tracking of HAZMAT and mission-critical equipment.

Job description

A2G International is seeking a skilled Crew Chief to oversee UAS maintenance and readiness for Group 3+ platforms. You will work with flight crews to prepare unmanned aircraft for missions, training, and testing, ensuring compliance with FAA directives and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has hands-on troubleshooting skills, experience documenting maintenance actions, and the ability to travel OCONUS as required. U.S. citizenship and an active SECRET DoD clearance are mandatory.