The Aviation Maintenance Crew Chief will support ground and flight operations at the Test & Formal Flying Training Unit in Sierra Vista, AZ. This role ensures compliance with contractual and internal requirements, oversees daily aircraft maintenance and flight line operations, and maintains accurate maintenance records. The Crew Chief will also track consumables, support data tracking, and prepare technical reports for operations managers and engineering.

Responsibilities

Responsible for safe and effective daily operations of aircraft maintenance and flight line operations at Test & Training Site.
Remain in compliance with ground and flight procedures, training procedures, and standards and evaluation procedures.
Adhere to worksite safety, digital and paper logbooks, maintenance records, FOD and tool control, Technical Orders, part accounting.
Complete timely and accurate maintenance records.
Prepare detailed technical reports and briefings to operations managers and engineering.
Maintain accountability of COMSEC equipment and associated hardware.
Track consumables, record MX failures and support MTBO / MTBF data tracking.
Meet aircraft maintenance milestones.
Assist in maintaining a list of critical parts and components needed to keep the site on time and on schedule.
Work extended hours and/or shift work when required/directed.
Account for all parts and tools used during each shift.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of all aspects of airframe, powerplant, electrical systems, mechanical systems, RF systems, troubleshooting.
Experience with FAA, ICAO, and DoD Flight and Maintenance standards, airworthiness, and safety.
Adherence to DCMA procedures and reporting maintenance in logbooks.
Comprehension of maintenance manuals, Technical Orders, Compliance Procedures.
FOD control program adherence.
Property control and logistics of Government Furnished Equipment and COMSEC.
Ability to work varying schedules (shiftwork).
Exceptional knowledge of aviation flight line procedures and Maintenance Operations.
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
Excellent organization and planning skills, and excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and get along with others.
Ability to review, interpret, and apply industry standards (FAA/IACO/DoD) and ensure compliance to contract terms and requirements.
Knowledge and experience with Air Vehicle Systems and subsystems, and Technical Manuals (General Systems, Job Guides, Work Instructions, Fault Isolation, etc.).
Maintain Aircraft System maintenance logs and configuration with Logistician.
Ability to obtain Crew Chief Designation after initial training.
Highly Proficient in Microsoft office suite. Able to create documents, spreadsheets or presentation products quickly and efficiently.
Experience with technical writing, preparation of reports in Adobe.
Digital computer logging of Aviation Maintenance procedures – familiarity with commercial/military requirements for logging and maintaining aircraft statuses.
Understanding MS Windows computer functions and ability to teach others how to navigate digital maintenance resources.
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years (preferred) Maintenance experience on Flight Line or in UAS flight operations
Knowledge and experience with group 3-5 UAS and subsystems
Knowledge and experience with Aircraft Technical Manuals (General Systems, Job Guides, Fault Isolation, etc.)
Experience installing and maintaining electrical systems
Troubleshooting electrical issues, and ability to read electrical diagrams, schematics, and understand the theory of operation
Experience with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) precautions and electrical safety measures.
Experience using multimeter, oscilloscope, and like equipment to test electrical systems.
The ability to work extended hours and/or shift work.
Ability to perform line and site level maintenance and repairs
Active SECRET security clearance
Normal Color Vision
Visual Acuity – 20/20 (corrected)
Work Experience in aviation field in OCONUS (deployed) location
Clean Background Check

Nice to have

Experienced in composite repair (desired)
FAA A&P or equivalent (preferred)

Benefits

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more. TSC is a growing organization with unlimited opportunity!