Senior UAS Configuration & Inventory Specialist

AV; Petaluma (CA); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AV is seeking a Sr. Group 3 UAS Configuration & Material Control Technician to ensure aircraft readiness and strict inventory accountability.

You will inspect, repair, and maintain Group 3 UAS airframes, propulsion, avionics, and payloads while tracking parts, batteries, tools, and ground support equipment. Partner with engineering and logistics staff to optimize supply integration, document maintenance actions, and support deployments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required; bachelor’s degree or related certification preferred.
• Senior Supply, Logistics, Support with Military G8 experience is a plus.
• 2–4 years of working experience, Group 3 UAS experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with inventory control, parts tracking, or logistics in aviation/aerospace environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with purchasing to prevent stock-outs.
• Perform maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on Group 3 UAS airframes and subsystems.
• Diagnose problems, repair or replace faulty components, and return aircraft to service.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance procedures; plan and schedule repairs.
• Maintain real-time accuracy for spare parts, consumables, and tools.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Inventory control

Logistics

Aviation knowledge

CMMS/ERP usage

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or related certification

Tools

CMMS/ERP systems

Serialized asset tracking

Job description

AV is seeking a Sr. Group 3 UAS Configuration & Material Control Technician to ensure aircraft readiness and strict inventory accountability.

You will inspect, repair, and maintain Group 3 UAS airframes, propulsion, avionics, and payloads while tracking parts, batteries, tools, and ground support equipment. Partner with engineering and logistics staff to optimize supply integration, document maintenance actions, and support deployments.