Aircraft Mechanic I - RPA Deployment Pool (MQ-9)

About the role

This is an Aircraft Mechanic I position in the RPA Deployment Pool, supporting deployments to CONUS and OCONUS locations as required. The employee performs and inspects organizational and intermediate-level maintenance and modifications on RPA systems and support equipment, applies technical knowledge to solve complex problems using technical orders and manufacturer manuals, and inspects, services, repairs and overhauls aircraft, engines and critical components to ensure airworthiness. The USAF equivalent position is Aircraft Mechanic Apprentice.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily launch and recovery duties and support aircraft utilization and maintenance schedules
• Service, repair and overhaul aircraft, engines and sub-systems, including structures, landing gear, power plants, fuel systems and flight controls
• Diagnose engine malfunctions such as cracks and oil leaks, test engine operations and replace or repair damaged components
• Remove and reinstall engines and major components, and adjust instruments, electrical/electronic and fuel/oil systems
• Maintain accurate parts inventory and perform aircraft services such as engine cleaning and lubrication
• Work with little to no supervision and perform other duties as assigned

Required profile

• High school diploma or completion of relevant military and/or vocational technical school
• At least one year of actual aircraft mechanic maintenance experience
• Ability to deploy to forward locations and meet OCONUS deployment criteria, including pre-deployment medical screening
• Active Secret US Government clearance within the last 12 months (U.S. citizenship required); ability to maintain the clearance
• Current state driver's license and ability to obtain a flight-line government driver's license
• Valid U.S. passport with at least two years remaining and four blank visa pages
• COVID-19 vaccination with booster
• Ability to lift and carry equipment over 50 pounds for extended periods and to speak, read, write and understand English

Required skills

• Basic knowledge of aircraft mechanical maintenance and repair, and of technical publications
• Understanding of engine theory, theory of flight, electronic flight controls and applicable systems
• Ability to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment
• Preferred: FAA Airframe and Powerplant mechanic license, MQ-9 experience, and defense contractor experience