UAS Mechanic
Core
Build, integrate, and maintain autonomous long-range cargo aircraft (airframe, mechanical systems, wiring, avionics) for real-world operations.
Role type
Senior IC UAS Mechanic (aircraft systems)
Builds
Autonomous hybrid-electric cargo aircraft (V2/V3 models) for logistics and military support
Domain
Aerospace / Autonomous Logistics / Hybrid-Electric Aviation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Aircraft assembly, mechanical systems integration, electrical wiring harnesses, composite fabrication, troubleshooting, reading technical drawings, field maintenance, system-level understanding
Preferred skills
A&P license, UAS or military aircraft maintenance background, flight line or flight test support experience, FAA standards experience, low-rate production experience
Technologies
Hybrid-electric architecture, composite materials, avionics systems, wiring harnesses
Responsibilities
Build and assemble aircraft structures and systems from the ground up; Install and integrate mechanical, electrical, and avionics systems; Build and route wiring harnesses, perform testing and validation; Fabricate and work with composite parts; Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during build, integration, and maintenance; Support ground and flight test prep, including preflight and postflight checks; Travel to customer sites to maintain, repair, and support aircraft in the field
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC