H1 CETS Technician

VTG • McGuire, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

VTG is hiring for a H1 CETS Technician at McGuire, NJ. The H1 CETS Technician position requires highly qualified personnel capable of performing advanced-level aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and system support in direct replacement of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) personnel. Candidates must demonstrate a strong working knowledge of rotary-wing aircraft systems and possess the ability to operate independently in high-tempo operational environments.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–10 years of hands-on aviation maintenance experience, specifically supporting rotary-wing platforms.
• Proven experience performing organizational and/or intermediate-level maintenance.
• Demonstrated expertise in full aircraft systems, including but not limited to avionics, electrical, hydraulic, flight controls, and propulsion systems.
• Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting, fault isolation, and corrective actions using technical data and schematics.
• Experience utilizing Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), wiring diagrams, and maintenance instruction manuals.
• H1 platform experience (AH-1Z and/or UH-1Y) strongly preferred.
• 4-blade system experience (rotor/drive systems) highly desired and considered a significant advantage.
• Relevant military qualifications/designations or equivalent civilian certifications.
• Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) or Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) experience is highly desirable.
• Active or ability to obtain required security clearance.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with squadron personnel, NATEC, and program leadership.
• Proven ability to operate in deployed or expeditionary environments.

Nice To Haves

• H1 platform experience (AH-1Z and/or UH-1Y)
• 4-blade system experience (rotor/drive systems)
• Collateral Duty Inspector (CDI) or Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) experience
• Prior experience directly supporting OEM, FST, or NATEC-level efforts.
• Background in technical assist requests (TARs), engineering investigations, or ELAR documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to provide on-the-job training (OJT) and mentorship to fleet personnel.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced-level aircraft maintenance, troubleshooting, and system support.
• Operate independently in high-tempo operational environments.
• Perform organizational and/or intermediate-level maintenance.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting, fault isolation, and corrective actions using technical data and schematics.
• Utilize Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), wiring diagrams, and maintenance instruction manuals.
• Support fleet readiness and mission requirements.
• Coordinate with squadron personnel, NATEC, and program leadership.
• Provide on-the-job training (OJT) and mentorship to fleet personnel (preferred).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed