UAV Production Technician II: Precision Assembly & Systems

Platform Aerospace; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 83,097,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is seeking a UAV Production Technician II to install, maintain, repair, and assemble aircraft and related equipment. The role includes integrating payload configurations, performing modifications, and testing UAV subsystems under supervision.

Candidates should read technical drawings, use measurement tools, and work with engineering and quality teams to resolve build issues. Level II or III experience considered; a U.S. Secret Clearance is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Level II requires 2–5 years of relevant experience; Level III requires 5–7 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform routine and preventative maintenance for aircraft systems/subsystems, and ground support equipment.
• Ability to read technical drawings and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex assembly, testing, and integration of electromechanical components and subassemblies based on provided blueprints and drawings.
• Perform system-level integration and functional testing of UAV systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Align, fit, and join component parts accurately, utilizing precision tools, calibrated hand tools and power tools.
• Perform maintenance, repair, and modifications of aircraft structures and components.
• Unmanned aviation ground handling.
• Train and mentor Level I technicians.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve build issues and suggest improvements.
• Maintain equipment used to support aircraft mission efforts.
• Comply with production procedures and maintenance manual.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measurement tools

Fabrication tool use

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Drill presses

Band saws

Upcut saws

Press brakes

Metal cutting shears

Job description

Platform Aerospace in Hollywood, MD is seeking a UAV Production Technician II to install, maintain, repair, and assemble aircraft and related equipment. The role includes integrating payload configurations, performing modifications, and testing UAV subsystems under supervision.

Candidates should read technical drawings, use measurement tools, and work with engineering and quality teams to resolve build issues. Level II or III experience considered; a U.S. Secret Clearance is preferred.