Senior UAS Flight Line Lead Technician

AEVEX Corp.; Sierra Vista (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AEVEX Aerospace seeks an Aircraft Mechanic/Crew chief for ground and flight ops, aircraft and engine maintenance, and records management on unmanned systems in a training/flight test environment. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adherence to established aviation processes.

The ideal candidate has UAS maintenance experience, proficiency with checklists, and the ability to deploy to the CENTCOM AOR, with full-time onsite commitments five days per week.

Qualifications

• Experience with Aircraft Systems and their operation.
• FAA A&P cert and/or IA preferred; ability to obtain Class III medical.
• Experience with UAS, ground and flight operations in training/flight test.
• Ability to deploy to CENTCOM AOR and possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform ground and flight operations, maintenance, and inspections.
• Maintain digital and paper maintenance logs and configurations.
• Troubleshoot aircraft electrical systems using schematics and fault isolation manuals.
• Ensure airworthiness through scheduled inspections and servicing.
• Provide quality control reviews on maintenance manuals.
• Collaborate with team to meet daily maintenance and flight objectives.
• Utilize software for maintenance documentation and flight support.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

Maintenance procedures

Team collaboration

Ability to deploy to CENTCOM AOR

Safety-driven mindset

Education

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

Current Class III medical certificate

Advanced technical or associate degree

Tools

Multimeter

Electrical test equipment

Job description

AEVEX Aerospace seeks an Aircraft Mechanic/Crew chief for ground and flight ops, aircraft and engine maintenance, and records management on unmanned systems in a training/flight test environment. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, and adherence to established aviation processes.

The ideal candidate has UAS maintenance experience, proficiency with checklists, and the ability to deploy to the CENTCOM AOR, with full-time onsite commitments five days per week.