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Pivotal · 3 months ago

Flight Operations Support Specialist II

Palo Alto, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$36.50/hr - $42.25/hr

Pivotal is a leader in the electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft market, known for developing the BlackFly. They are seeking a Flight Operations Support Specialist II to perform preventative maintenance on test equipment and support flight operations, ensuring safety and performance standards are met.

AerospaceAir TransportationAutonomous VehiclesManufacturing

Work & Life Balance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems

Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures

Support development tests setup and site organization efforts

Self-monitor work progress against efficiency benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work

Assemble, preflight, and perform routine inspections to ensure aircraft and equipment meet safety and performance standards

Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as tire pressure checks, fluid refills, and battery inspections

Track and record daily activities, including maintenance schedules, charging logs, and vehicle readiness

Perform routine inspections to ensure they meet safety and performance standards

Track and manage inventory for vehicle supplies, spare parts, and maintenance tools

Coordinate with flight test manager and flight test engineers for ordering parts or equipment replacements

Document and report any mechanical issues or damages to MRO for repair

Suggest and/or implement process improvements

Travel to flight sites and assist with the setup, operation and teardown of equipment

Support equipment movement between flight sites and company headquarters

A flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/week

Qualification

Data managementA&P Mechanic certificationHands-on experienceTool familiaritySafety-oriented mindsetAttention to detailCustomer focusTeam collaboration

Required

Demonstrated hands-on experience through past work, training and/or personal projects

Strong attention to detail and safety-oriented mindset

Comfortable managing and manipulating data and documentation

Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

Must possess a valid state issued driver's license

Ability to tow trailers and drive standard box trucks up to 24 ft

Ability to travel to flight sites around the Bay Area

Ability to stand for extended periods

Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

Moderate lifting, Ability to lift 50 lbs to chest height

Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

Preferred

Familiarity with tools and equipment like generators, chargers, trailers and connectivity devices

A&P Mechanic or prior experience in field operations a plus

Interest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviation

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k plans

Company

Pivotal

Pivotal develops and builds antonymous, electric propulsion VTOL aircraft for people & cargo in consumer, defense & public safety markets

Founded in 2016

Palo Alto, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://pivotal.aero

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