**Job Title: Unmanned Aircraft Technician** + **Unlicensed Mechanic (no A&P): $33/hour starting pay** + **Licensed Mechanic (with A&P): $35/hour starting pay** + **Relocation assistance available** **Job Description** + In this role, you will be working on cutting-edge technology, utilizing your experience to further the development of new hardware and software, adding new capabilities to airborne sensing and weapons systems, and sustaining customer fleets. + You will be responsible for the entire Unmanned Aircraft System, modifying and configuring aircraft and ground control stations to meet customer-specified test programs, executing ground tests, and supporting flight test activities. This includes flightline activities such as preflight, launch and recovery, and postflight data collection. **Responsibilities** + Service, troubleshoot, repair, inspect, and maintain aircraft and ground support equipment in support of test operations and sustainment activities in accordance with maintenance documentation. + Support test teams for test and development (R&D) efforts. + Perform work on airframe and powerplant in support of test operations and sustainment activities. + Troubleshoot aircraft and engine systems to determine related problems and identify possible solutions. + Develop and review new processes and procedures. + Assist in training efforts for various customers. + Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance. + Inspect powerplant and related components at regular intervals adhering to company-approved procedures, maintenance manuals, and/or government technical order requirements. + Review records to ensure all required documentation is completed in accordance with established company procedures for government and customer technical order requirements. + Perform all launch and recovery tasks of aircraft, including ground operations, pre and postflight items, ground observer responsibilities, and inspect, test, maintain, and operate ground support equipment. + Maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. + Perform other duties as assigned or required. **Essential Skills** + Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance. + Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of aircraft mechanical maintenance experience. + FAA Airframe and Powerplant License is desired. + Minimum of 3 years of experience in aviation repair and maintenance (fabrication experience is not a fit). + General knowledge and understanding of the detailed aspects of the job. + Knowledge of relevant computer applications and operations. + Basic leadership, organization, and planning skills. + Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to accurately document, report, and assess situations and make judgments. + Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with all types of aircraft will be considered. **Why Work Here?** + This is an exciting opportunity to work for an innovator in the remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) and surveillance space, utilizing cutting-edge technology. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, offers career growth, and maintains a dynamic and supportive work environment. + We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including discretionary bonuses based on team and company performance, annual merit increases of 5-8%, and opportunities for advancement. + You also have the option to join the Deployment Team if you are interested in travel. + **Relocation support is available with two options to choose from.** **Work Environment** + You will be working in a dynamic environment that involves modifying and configuring aircraft and ground control stations. + The role includes executing ground tests and supporting flight test activities, with responsibilities including preflight, launch, recovery, and postflight data collection. + The work environment emphasizes maintaining a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. + The dress code and attire will be in accordance with industry standards for aircraft maintenance and flightline activities. **Job Type & Location** + This is a Permanent position based out of Palmdale, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $68640.00 - $72800.00/yr. Relocation: 2 options ( they get to choose) Option 1 - is a concierge type service that helps them to find housing, transportation costs, etc. and they are reimbursed the costs they occur. Option 2 - flat fee that is paid out two weeks prior to their start date. Bonus program - discretionary bonus based on team and company's performance Annual merit increases - 5-8% Opportunity for advancement Opportunity to eventually the Deployment Team if candidates would like to travel **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Palmdale,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Mar 16, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.