UAV Cable Assembly Technician — DoD Clearance Eligible

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Adelanto (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Adelanto, CA, seeks an aircraft assembler/tester for UAV systems. You will assemble, test, and repair aircraft components, read schematics and blueprints, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, DoD clearance eligibility, and proficiency with common hand tools. This is a full-time, on-site position on a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to read blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance.
• Able to use common hand tools effectively.
• Good working knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications relevant to the field.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and repair UAVs and related subsystems.
• Read blueprints and engineering specifications to guide work.
• Install and test actuators, landing gear, fuel and avionics systems.
• Perform off-aircraft assembly of spare components and support equipment.
• Work with limited supervision while maintaining quality and safety.
• Operate in a 9/80 schedule and adhere to company procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team player

Blueprint reading

DoD clearance eligibility

PC proficiency

Hand tool experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Fluke meters

Conventional hand tools

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. in Adelanto, CA, seeks an aircraft assembler/tester for UAV systems. You will assemble, test, and repair aircraft components, read schematics and blueprints, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

The role requires a high school diploma, DoD clearance eligibility, and proficiency with common hand tools. This is a full-time, on-site position on a 9/80 schedule.