UAS MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Platform Aerospace; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation and aerospace manufacturing company is seeking a UAS Maintenance Technician. This entry-level role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft systems, requiring a valid driver's license and a DoD Secret security clearance. The technician will also be responsible for addressing emergency situations and ensuring operational standards during UAV missions.

Qualifications

• 0-5 years relevant experience in aviation.
• Ability to perform routine and preventive maintenance on aircraft.
• Experience diagnosing engines, flight controls, and avionics.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair of aircraft structures.
• Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems.
• Ensure operational standards are upheld.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Knowledge of rigging

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Job Summary

Under indirect supervision, the UAS Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and related equipment. This includes monitoring, testing, preventive maintenance, and repair of infrastructure equipment and sensor systems, following specifications and operational procedures within Client technical facilities.

Job Details

• Title: UAS Maintenance Technician
• Department: Field Operations
• Reports To: Field Operations Manager
• Classification: Non-exempt

Responsibilities

• Unmanned aviation ground handling
• UAV launch and recovery
• Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems
• Perform maintenance and repair of aircraft structures
• Address emergency situations as they arise
• Ensure operational standards are upheld
• Maintain equipment supporting aircraft missions
• Analyze equipment logs and diagnose issues
• Perform other necessary duties

Basic Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• 0-5 years relevant experience
• Ability to perform routine and preventive maintenance on aircraft and ground support equipment
• Experience diagnosing engines, flight controls, avionics, and system components
• Knowledge of rigging equipment and techniques
• Willingness to travel CONUS and OCONUS
• Must possess and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance, with ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
• Ability to drive a manual vehicle may be required

Preferred Qualifications

• Military flight experience
• Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations
• Mechanical, composite, or structural repair experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 100 pounds, working at heights, and perceiving wire cable colors
• Ability to obtain a DOT physical

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing