Crew Chief 2

The posting, as AEVEX wrote it

Work Arrangement

This is an full-time onsite position, five days per week. Two shift operations supporting a flying schedule for flight test and training events.

Job Overview

AEVEX Aerospace is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic/Crew chief to perform ground and flight operations, aircraft and engine maintenance, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, servicing, pre and post flight inspections, and maintenance records management on unmanned aircraft systems and subsystems in a training and flight test environment. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting high performance, flight line operations and sortie production with an elevated degree of safety and efficiency. The candidate should be proficient in the use of aircraft checklist (paper and digital) and performing duties using established processes and best practices found in military and/or commercial aviation.

Essential Functions

• Perform flight line and other site level maintenance and repair actions on an Unmanned Light Sport Aircraft in a training environment
• Ensure daily completion of ground servicing and maintenance actions to certify airworthiness of the aircraft and systems
• Conduct scheduled inspections and complete follow-up maintenance actions, as required
• Maintain Aircraft and Engine digital and paper maintenance and configuration logs for maintenance action performed on aircraft
• Troubleshoot, install, and repair aircraft electrical systems per schematics, diagrams, and fault isolation manuals using a multimeter and/or other types of test equipment
• Inspect and assess aircraft structures and laminated materials for defects and recommend or complete repair action as required
• Provide quality control and/or procedure verification reviews on maintenance manuals
• Provide timely logistics and quality assurance recommendations when required.
• Work cohesively with other members of a deployed team to meet daily objectives for maintenance actions and flight operations
• Utilize emerging software technologies for maintenance documentation and flight operations support
• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Knowledge and experience with Aircraft Systems, subsystems and their Theory of Operation
• Knowledge and experience with Aircraft Technical Manuals (General Systems, Job Guides, Fault Isolation, etc...)
• Experience working with ROTAX 91X series engines preferred
• Any composite/fiberglass fabrication and repair experience is highly desired
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Abili

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flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse , our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.