UAV Avionics Technician II - Field Electronics Specialist

General Atomics and Affiliated Companies; North Dakota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an avionics technician to install, configure and maintain unmanned aircraft electronics and related ground systems at customer sites. You will troubleshoot, repair and test ground control stations, data terminals, and harnesses, ensuring compliance with specifications and orders.

The role requires 2+ years in aviation or electronics, a two-year technical degree or equivalent, and willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or trade school plus 2+ years in aviation or electronics.
• Ability to troubleshoot at component level and read technical documents.
• Willingness to travel and work extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Operates UAV, ground control stations and ground support equipment at operation locations.
• Analyzes customer requirements and evaluates product implementation to meet specs.
• Provides technical support for installation, configuration, and repair of products at customer sites.
• Performs troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronic equipment.
• Repairs or replaces components based on test results and technical documents.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Blueprints & schematics

Communication skills

Education

Two-year technical degree or trade school equivalency

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Soldering tools

Measuring devices (voltage/amperage)

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) seeks an avionics technician to install, configure and maintain unmanned aircraft electronics and related ground systems at customer sites. You will troubleshoot, repair and test ground control stations, data terminals, and harnesses, ensuring compliance with specifications and orders.

The role requires 2+ years in aviation or electronics, a two-year technical degree or equivalent, and willingness to travel and work extended hours as needed.