UAS TECHNICIAN

Platform Aerospace; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled UAS Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves the installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft systems in challenging OCONUS environments. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and ensuring operational excellence while adhering to safety standards. If you have a passion for aviation and possess the necessary experience, this opportunity will allow you to contribute significantly to innovative projects in the aerospace sector. Join a team where your expertise will make a real difference in the field of unmanned aviation.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience for Level II, 5+ years for Level III.
• Valid driver's license and DoD Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft.
• Troubleshoot and maintain aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Ensure operational standards are upheld during daily activities.

Skills

Aircraft Systems Maintenance

Troubleshooting Avionics

Ground Support Equipment

Rigging Techniques

Military Aviation Operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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JOB TITLE: UAS TECHNICIAN II-III

DEPARTMENT: FIELD OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: FIELD OPERATIONS MANAGER

CLASSIFICATION: CONTRACT OR FULL-TIME

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 4

TRAVEL REQUIRED: UP TO 100% OCONUS

CLEARANCE TYPE: SECRET

This position may be filled as a full-time employee or 1099 Contractor depending on business needs and candidate fit.

Job Summary

Under indirect supervision in an OCONUS environment, responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all aircraft and related equipment. Responsible for monitoring, testing, preventive maintenance, and repair of infrastructure equipment and associated electrical, mechanical, and sensor systems per specifications and operational procedures within client technical facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Unmanned aviation ground handling
• UAV launch and recovery
• Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems
• Perform maintenance and repair of aircraft structures
• Remedy emergency situations as they arise
• Ensure standards are implemented and upheld in daily activities
• Maintain equipment used to support aircraft mission efforts
• Analyze and interpret equipment log reports
• Diagnose and resolve operational problems
• Perform other duties as necessary and/or required

Basic Requirements for Level II

• High school diploma or GED and 2-5 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 related systems
• Knowledge of rigging equipment and safe rigging techniques
• Familiarity with military aviation operations
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance
• May be required to drive a vehicle with a manual gearshift

Basic Requirements for Level III

• High school diploma or GED and 5+ 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 related systems
• Knowledge of rigging equipment and safe rigging techniques
• Familiarity with military aviation operations
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance
• May be required to drive a vehicle with a manual gearshift

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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