UAS Maintenance Technician/Instructor III jobs in United States
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Platform Aerospace ยท 5 months ago

UAS Maintenance Technician/Instructor III

positionHollywood, MD, US
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

Platform Aerospace is seeking a UAS Maintenance Technician/Instructor III who will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft and related equipment. This role includes monitoring, testing, and providing technical training on UAS systems operations and maintenance procedures to ensure safe performance in the field.

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Responsibilities

Unmanned aviation ground handling
UAV Launch and recovery
Maintain and troubleshoot aircraft systems and subsystems
Perform maintenance and repair of aircraft structures
Deliver training programs to new UAV Maintenance Technicians, ensuring adherence to operational protocols and safety standards
Remedy emergency situations as they arise
Ensure standards are implemented and upheld in everyday activities
Maintain equipment used to support aircraft mission efforts
Analyze and interpret equipment log reports
Diagnose and resolve operational problems
Perform other duties as are necessary and/or required

Qualification

UAS systems operationsAircraft maintenanceTroubleshooting enginesComposite repair experienceTechnical trainingGround support equipmentRigging techniquesMilitary flight experience

Required

High school diploma or GED and 5-7 years of relevant experience
Valid driver's license
Ability to perform routine and preventative maintenance for aircraft systems/subsystems, and ground support equipment
Experience diagnosing/troubleshooting engines, flight controls, avionics, technology, and associated system components
Knowledge of rigging equipment and safe rigging techniques
Ability to travel 75% CONUS & OCONUS
Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance
Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance
May be required to drive a vehicle with a manual gearshift

Preferred

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

Company

Platform Aerospace

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Platform Aerospace is the industry leader in rapid aircraft modification through our world-class engineering.
dateFounded in 1993
location
Hollywood, Maryland, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
https://platformaerospace.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Kurt Parsons
CEO
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Dan Edwards
Chief Technology Officer
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