[Hiring] UAS Crew Chief @DZYNE Technologies

Role Description

The primary role of the UAS Crew Chief is to maintain a safe operational environment and aircraft airworthiness using methods, techniques, and practices in accordance with approved standards and technical data for unmanned air vehicles. Crew Chiefs play a vital role on the Flight Operations team and will participate in the preflight, launch, and recovery of the aircraft. This position is contingent upon government contract award and the availability of funding.

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable standards and technical data including but not limited to service bulletins, service instructions, engineering changes, and FAA airworthiness directives.
• Disassembles systems components to support the correction of failures or implement changes.
• Performs routine troubleshooting of engine, hydraulic, and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components.
• Performs validation/verification testing of systems and components.
• Inspects components before installation or usage to verify cleanliness and serviceability of components.
• Fabricates and modifies aerospace products according to specifications.
• Performs tasks associated with the safe handling of aerospace vehicles and ground support equipment (e.g. jacking, towing, system operations).
• Works under general supervision.
• Performs launch and recovery of unmanned aircraft.
• Works closely with the flight crew to prepare the aircraft for mission, training, and test flights.
• Piston aircraft engine experience.
• Communications skills and the ability to ask for help.
• Adheres to strict use of checklists.
• The ability to maintain an active US Secret Security Clearance.
• Basic runway safety knowledge.
• Ability to support five (5) complete on-site workdays per week during CONUS test and flight operations.
• Ability to support seven (7) complete on-site workdays per week during OCONUS operations.
• Documentation of maintenance/inspections performed.

Qualifications

• Prior Crew Chief experience on Unmanned Platforms, airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic or similar military experience.
• Must have FAA Class III Medical Certificate as a condition for employment.
• Must have and maintain a current Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a deployment CRC medical review.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete an approved training program.
• Ability to read, understand and follow approved documents and other instructions.
• Must be willing to deploy to austere environments.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of Group 4-5 UAVs or comparable size manned aircraft.
• Previous experience/knowledge of ROTAX engines and/or ROTAX training qualifications.
• Possess Excellent Mechanical Skills.
• Have aptitude for working with complex equipment and technology.
• Experience working as a productive team member.
• The ability to work with or without supervision.
• Maintains cleanliness and good situational awareness.
• Familiarity with DCMA 8210.1C.
• Safety orientated.
• Follows rules.
• Problem solver.
• Proficient computer skills with the use of Windows-based software.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting.

Company Description

DZYNE Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.