UAS Technician — Field Maintenance & Flight Ops

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

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.