Airframe & Powerplant Spec III

General Atomics•Emerado, ND

3d•Onsite

About The Position

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. In this role you will be working on cutting edge technology utilizing your experience to further the development of new hardware and software, adding new capabilities to airborne sensing and weapons systems, and sustainment of customer fleets including Gray Eagle, MQ-9A Reaper, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian, SeaGuardian, and Protector systems. Responsible for the entire Unmanned Aircraft System, you will be configuring aircraft and ground control stations to meet customer specified test programs, executing ground tests, and supporting flight test and training activities. This includes flightline activities such as preflight, launch and recovery, and postflight data collection.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Five or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience
FAA Airframe and Powerplant License
Ability to obtain and maintain DOD SEC clearance
General knowledge and understanding of the detailed aspects of the job
Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations
Basic leadership, organization and planning skills
Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately document, report and assess situations and make judgments.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
Ability to work any shift and additional hours as required.

Responsibilities

Service, troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain aircraft and ground support equipment in support of flight training and test operations and sustainment activities in accordance with maintenance documentation.
Support test teams for test and development (R&D) efforts.
Perform work on airframe and powerplant in support of flight training, test operations and sustainment activities.
Troubleshoot aircraft and engine systems to determine related problems to identify possible solutions.
Develop and review new processes and procedures.
Assist in training efforts for various customers.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals adhering to company approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and/or government technical order requirements.
Review records to ensure all required documentation is completed in accordance with established company procedures for government and customer technical order requirements.
Perform all launch and recovery tasks of aircraft to include ground operations, pre and postflight items, ground observer responsibilities, and inspect, test, maintain and operate ground support equipment.
Maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Other duties as assigned or required.