UAS TECHNICIAN

Platform Aerospace; Hollywood (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Maryland is seeking a UAS Technician to support installation, maintenance and repair of unmanned aircraft and related systems in a demanding environment.

The role involves ground handling, UAV launch/recovery, and diagnosing issues across avionics, engines and sensors. Travel up to CONUS/OCONUS may be required, with a DoD security clearance required or obtainable. This contractor role offers flexibility between 1099 and full-time depending on needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Unmanned aviation ground handling.
• UAV launch and recovery operations.
• 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.
• Analyze equipment logs and diagnose operational problems.

Skills

Driver's license

DoD Secret clearance

Top Secret eligibility

Maintenance & troubleshooting

Ground support equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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UAS TECHNICIAN

Contractor - 1099 Platform Aerospace MD, Hollywood, MD, US

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 integration of sensor systems per specifications and operational procedures within Client technical facilities.

Duties/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 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

Basic Requirements for a Level II

• High school diploma or GED and 2-5 years of relevant experience
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to perform routine and preventative 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
• Familiar with military aviation operations
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• 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
• May be required to drive a vehicle with a manual gearshift

Basic Requirements for a Level III

• High school diploma or GED and 5+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to perform routine and preventative 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
• Familiar with military aviation operations
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• 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
• May be required to drive a vehicle with a manual gearshift