Crew Chief 2

The role

The Crew Chief performs ground and flight operations, aircraft and engine maintenance, and maintenance records management on unmanned aircraft systems. This role supports flight test and training events in a training and flight test environment.

What you will do

• Perform flight line and site level maintenance and repair on an Unmanned Light Sport Aircraft
• Ensure daily completion of ground servicing and maintenance to certify airworthiness
• Conduct scheduled inspections and follow-up maintenance
• Maintain digital and paper maintenance and configuration logs
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair aircraft electrical systems using test equipment
• Inspect and assess aircraft structures and laminated materials for defects
• Provide quality control and procedure verification reviews on maintenance manuals
• Provide logistics and quality assurance recommendations
• Work with a deployed team to meet daily objectives
• Utilize software technologies for maintenance documentation and flight operations support

Required qualifications

• 8+ years Flight Line or Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) maintenance and flight operations experience
• Knowledge and experience with Aircraft Systems, subsystems and their Theory of Operation
• Knowledge and experience with Aircraft Technical Manuals
• Ability to meet all requirements to deploy to the CENTCOM AOR
• Valid motor vehicle driver's license
• Must be eligible to deploy to an OCONUS
• Current Class III medical certificate or ability to obtain prior to start date
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance
• Frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions

Nice to have

• Experience working with ROTAX 91X series engines
• Any composite/fiberglass fabrication and repair experience
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate and/or Inspection Authorization (IA)
• Advanced Technical or associate degree

Benefits

• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development funds
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Before you apply

• Pass a background check and drug screen
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance

About the company

AEVEX Aerospace supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs by providing aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company provides specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses.