UAS Technician II-III — Field Ops (OCONUS Travel, Clearances)

Platform Aerospace; Blackstone (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking a UAS Technician II-III to join Field Operations. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and related systems in an OCONUS environment with up to 100% travel.

You will perform monitoring, testing, preventive maintenance, and repairs on UAVs and related components under the supervision of the Field Operations Manager. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma (or GED) with 2–5 years of relevant experience (Level II) or 5+ years

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform routine and preventive maintenance on aircraft systems, subsystems, and ground support equipment.
• Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting engines, flight controls, avionics, technology systems, and associated components.
• 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.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.
• May be required to operate a vehicle with a manual transmission.

Responsibilities

• Conduct UAV launch and recovery activities.
• Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Perform maintenance and repair of aircraft structures.
• Respond to and resolve emergency situations as they arise.
• Ensure standards are implemented and upheld in daily operations.
• Maintain equipment used to support aircraft mission operations.
• Analyze and interpret equipment log reports and maintenance records.
• Diagnose and resolve operational and maintenance issues.
• Perform other duties as necessary and/or required.

Skills

UAS maintenance

Avionics troubleshooting

Rigging techniques

Military aviation operations

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA A&P Certification

Tools

Ground support equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Platform Aerospace is seeking a UAS Technician II-III to join Field Operations. The role involves installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and related systems in an OCONUS environment with up to 100% travel.

You will perform monitoring, testing, preventive maintenance, and repairs on UAVs and related components under the supervision of the Field Operations Manager. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma (or GED) with 2–5 years of relevant experience (Level II) or 5+ years