UAS Maintenance Technician III - Field Ops & Training

Platform Aerospace; Blackstone (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Blackstone, VA seeks a UAS Maintenance Technician III to install, maintain, and repair aircraft and related equipment. You will train internal personnel and customers on UAS operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance per procedures.

The role requires supervising and performing preventive maintenance, monitoring equipment logs, and ensuring safety standards in the field. A DoD Secret clearance is required, with Top Secret ability desired.

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, and related components.
• 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 protocols and safety standards.
• Remedy emergencies 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.
• Perform other duties as are necessary and/or required.

Skills

UAS maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ground support equipment

Rigging equipment

Avionics equipment

Job description

Platform Aerospace in Blackstone, VA seeks a UAS Maintenance Technician III to install, maintain, and repair aircraft and related equipment. You will train internal personnel and customers on UAS operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance per procedures.

The role requires supervising and performing preventive maintenance, monitoring equipment logs, and ensuring safety standards in the field. A DoD Secret clearance is required, with Top Secret ability desired.