Zone 5 Technologies · 1 day ago
Crew Chief
San Luis Obispo, California
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $115K/yr
3+ years expZone 5 Technologies is redefining what's possible in unmanned aircraft systems. They are seeking an experienced Crew Chief to provide maintenance support for UAS and other related DoD projects, ensuring aircraft are mission-ready and supporting flight test operations.
AerospaceManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Perform routine pre-flight and post-flight inspections, fueling, Flight Control Rigging, and servicing tasks to ensure aircraft are safe and mission-ready
Prepare and transport test equipment, spares, and tools required for flight test operations, both on-site and at remote locations
Conduct basic maintenance and servicing of support vehicles to ensure reliable ground transportation during test activities
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ground support systems (Aircraft support equipment, towing equipment, etc.) critical to test operations
Install, configure, and maintain airborne and ground-based camera systems used for flight test data capture
Assist with aircraft weight and balance calculations, ensuring proper loading for safe and compliant flight operations
Apply proper load distribution practices to trailers during pack out and transport, maintaining safety, balance, and compliance with road regulations
Prepare and execute ground and flight test operations for unmanned aircraft systems, including pre-flight and post-flight inspections
Support integration of avionics, propulsion, payloads, and autonomy systems onto UAV platforms
Operate ground control stations (GCS) and monitor flight telemetry during test missions under engineer or pilot supervision
Perform troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, and hardware swaps during rapid test cycles
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Aerospace, Avionics, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology, or equivalent hands-on training, or A&P Mechanic's License
3+ years of experience in UAV operations, Military or General Aviation aircraft service, maintenance, or defense flight test environments
Knowledge of aircraft subsystems: avionics, flight controls, telemetry, propulsion
Familiarity with flight line operations and ground support equipment (GSE)
Ability to read and interpret basic wiring diagrams, schematics, and test documentation
Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in outdoor field test conditions
Preferred
Experience supporting DoD UAV platforms or autonomous aircraft
Knowledge of data acquisition and telemetry systems
Benefits
Competitive total compensation package
Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
401k with company-match
4 weeks of paid time off each year
12 annual company holidays
Company
Zone 5 Technologies
Zone 5 Technologies is an aviation component manufacturing company that develops and tests unmanned aircraft systems.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-17Acquired
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