UAS Maintainer - Mechanic II

Aocglobalservices; Fort Huachuca (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick leave

Paid Holidays

401(k) Savings Plan

Life Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Job summary

A defense contractor is seeking UAS Maintainers - Mechanic II to provide essential maintenance support for Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Candidates must possess at least 2 years of experience in UAS or aviation maintenance, be a U.S. Citizen, and be flexible to various shifts. The ability to document maintenance actions accurately and lift equipment is critical. Benefits include health insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in UAS, aviation, or electronics maintenance.
• Experience in U.S. Army aviation maintenance or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Provide maintenance support for UAS.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, and repair UAS components.
• Document all maintenance actions into logbooks.

Skills

UAS Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repair of UAS components

Use of hand and power tools

Documentation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic logbooks

Job description

Individuals serving as UAS Maintainers - Mechanic II are required to provide Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Maintenance Support to perform scheduled and unscheduled field-level maintenance in support of the Fort Huachuca Unmanned Aircraft Systems Maintenance Services at multiple flight lines and/or Maintenance Training Facilities, as directed and on various shifts.

Requirements and Duties

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, service, and repair all components of Group 1,2 and 3 UAS IAW maintenance technical manuals and applicable aviation maintenance regulations.
• Perform emplace, displace, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair of UAS related to ground support equipment.
• Prepare detailed reports for troubleshooting, maintenance actions, and repairs.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools for maintenance, assembly, and disassembly of UAS components.
• Transport UAS and associated support equipment safely between work and flight operational areas.
• Understand and apply UAS operational and safety regulations during all maintenance and handling operations.
• Maintain awareness of Flight and Ground Operation procedures and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Stand for extended periods (>1 hour), bend, squat, or work in confined positions under equipment.
• Lift up to 30 pounds individually or as part of a team when required.
• Document all maintenance actions into electronic or paper logbooks.

Required

• Minimum 2 years of experience in UAS, aviation, or electronics maintenance (documented).
• Experience in U.S. Army aviation maintenance or equivalent military/civilian environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Flexible to perform shift work as required to support mission needs.
• Must possess or be eligible for a U.S. Secret Clearance.
• Ability to pass a medical examination (physical).

Highly Desired

• CFD-IC (formally ABIC) certification.
• FAA Part 107 certification.
• Flight Operations (CONUS/OCONUS) experience.
• Groups 1, 2 and or 3 sUAS/UAS course training with certification of completion.
• Electronics/RF systems knowledge (BET) and familiarity with battery systems (specifications, upkeep, charging/discharging).
• Weight and Balance experience.
• Tool room operations knowledge.
• Experience with Quality Control (QC) and Production Control (PC) processes.
• 3D printing and scanning capability.
• Familiarity with DART systems.
• Knowledge of UAS operational safety, regulations, and compliance procedures.
• Logistics
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, or work/military experience.
• RQ-7B Shadow 200, 15E Course graduate or equivalent 15 series MOS - Desired

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Short- term and Long-term Disability