UAS TECHNICIAN

Platform Aerospace; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking an UAS Technician to install, maintain, and repair aircraft and related systems in an OCONUS environment. The role covers monitoring, testing, preventive maintenance, and sensor integration per procedures at Client facilities.

The candidate will perform UAV launch/recovery, troubleshoot aircraft subsystems, and analyze equipment logs while adhering to military aviation standards. Travel up to 100% may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, 2–5 years of relevant experience.
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret clearance; ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel up to 100% CONUS/OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair aircraft and related equipment in OCONUS/CONUS contexts.
• Monitor, test, and perform preventive maintenance on infrastructure equipment and sensor systems.
• Diagnose and resolve operational problems; analyze equipment logs and data.
• Perform ground handling, UAV launch/recovery, and routine maintenance of aircraft subsystems.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical/Electronic knowledge

Military aviation knowledge

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Ground support equipment

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