UAS MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN/INSTRUCTOR III

Platform Aerospace•Blackstone, VA

1d•$39 - $51

About The Position

Under indirect supervision, the UAS Maintenance Technician/Instructor III is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing aircraft and related equipment. The role monitors, tests, and performs preventive maintenance and repairs on infrastructure equipment, including associated electrical and mechanical systems and sensor-system integration, according to specifications and operational procedures within client technical facilities. The technician also serves as an instructor, providing technical training and hands-on instruction to internal personnel and/or customers on UAS operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance procedures to support safe and effective field performance. The role requires travel 75% of the time, both within and outside the continental United States.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 5–7 years of relevant experience.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to perform routine and preventive maintenance on aircraft systems and subsystems and ground support equipment.
Experience diagnosing and troubleshooting engines, flight controls, avionics, technology, and associated system components.
Knowledge of rigging equipment and safe rigging techniques.
Ability to travel 75% CONUS and OCONUS.
Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret-level security clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret-level security clearance.
May be required to drive a vehicle with a manual gearshift.
Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including distinguishing wire-cable colors; moving or lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds; working aloft; and climbing ladders.
Must be able to obtain a DOT physical.

Nice To Haves

Military flight experience is highly desirable.
Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations.
Composite, structural, and mechanical repair experience.

Responsibilities

Handle unmanned aviation ground operations.
Launch and recover UAVs.
Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems.
Perform maintenance and repairs on aircraft structures.
Deliver training programs to new UAV Maintenance Technicians, ensuring adherence to operational protocols and safety standards.
Address emergency situations as they arise.
Ensure standards are implemented and upheld in daily activities.
Maintain equipment used to support aircraft mission efforts.
Analyze and interpret equipment log reports.
Diagnose and resolve operational problems.
Perform other necessary or required duties.