The Crew Chief 2 is an Aircraft Mechanic/Crew Chief responsible for performing 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 role involves ensuring airworthiness, conducting inspections, troubleshooting electrical systems, and working cohesively with a deployed team to meet daily objectives. The position supports high-performance flight line operations and sortie production with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

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.

Requirements

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...)
Pass a background check and drug screen
Ability to work cohesively in a high performing team environment
Ability to meet all requirements to deploy to the CENTCOM AOR
Valid motor vehicle driver's license
Must be eligible to deploy to an OCONUS
Current Class III medical certificate or ability to obtain prior to start date
8+ years Flight Line or Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) maintenance and flight operations experience (preferably deployed)
Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

Nice to have

Experience working with ROTAX 91X series engines preferred
Any composite/fiberglass fabrication and repair experience is highly desired
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate and/or Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
Advanced Technical or associate degree preferred

Benefits

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.