Senior UAS Maintenance Technician & Instructor

Platform Aerospace; Blackstone (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking an experienced UAS Maintenance Technician/Instructor III to install, maintain, and repair unmanned aircraft and related systems. The role includes hands-on instruction and training for internal personnel and customers, ensuring safe field operations and adherence to procedures.

The position requires extensive troubleshooting across engines, avionics, and mechanical subsystems, with opportunities to lead training programs and respond to urgent situations in the field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform routine and preventive maintenance for aircraft systems/subsystems, and ground support equipment.
• Experience diagnosing/troubleshooting engines, flight controls, avionics, technology, and associated system components.
• Knowledge of rigging equipment and safe rigging techniques.
• Ability to travel 75% CONUS & OCONUS.
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
• Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Unmanned aviation ground handling.
• UAV launch and recovery.
• Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Perform maintenance and repair of aircraft structures.
• Deliver training programs to new UAV Maintenance Technicians, ensuring adherence to operational protocols and safety standards.
• Remedy emergency situations as they arise.
• Ensure standards are implemented and upheld in everyday activities.
• Maintain equipment used to support aircraft mission efforts.
• Analyze and interpret equipment log reports.
• Diagnose and resolve operational problems.

Skills

UAS maintenance

Troubleshooting

Technical training

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Security clearance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Avionics systems

Rigging equipment

Job description

Platform Aerospace is seeking an experienced UAS Maintenance Technician/Instructor III to install, maintain, and repair unmanned aircraft and related systems. The role includes hands-on instruction and training for internal personnel and customers, ensuring safe field operations and adherence to procedures.

The position requires extensive troubleshooting across engines, avionics, and mechanical subsystems, with opportunities to lead training programs and respond to urgent situations in the field.