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Unmanned Aircraft System Crew Chief

MAG Aerospace is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Crew Chief for the ULTRA platform. In this position, you will be responsible for aircraft care and maintenance, as well as assisting AVOs with launch and recover and other duties as directed; as well as utilizing checklists and other standardized technical manuals.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Safe ground handling of ULTRA aircraft
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft and systems
• Analyzing and reporting aircraft data pertinent to mission success and safety of flight
• Professional performance with minimal guidance and direction
• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment is essential

Locations can be forward located/deployed with minimum comfort access. While operating from the deployed location, all personnel are responsible to, and work directly for, the assigned Site Lead/Maintenance Manager, regardless of parent company. Crew Chiefs will support the daily flying schedule and may be responsible for more than one requirement. Personnel should expect to participate in all facets of the operation to support mission requirements.

Requirements

Minimum requirements the required skills and knowledge include:

• Demonstrated experience performing as a UAS Crew Chief on Group 3 or larger platforms
• Must be capable of reading and understanding aircraft logbooks and technical publications, and recording all maintenance actions
• Ability to strictly follow all procedures
• Basic computer skills are required
• High school diploma

Desired requirements the desired skills, knowledge, and education include:

• Recent deployed operations; prior military experience
• FAA A&P License
• Previous experience with Rotax engines and/or Rotax training certificates
• Maintenance experience on Group 4-5 UAS, or similar size manned aircraft
• Ability to properly maintain and track mission critical HAZMAT items and equipment
• Ability to create new procedures for R&D purposes and implement them into Standard Operating Procedures
• ULTRA or LEAP AVO experience

Other qualifications outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include:

• Must have a valid FAA Class 3 medical certificate (or able to meet standards/obtain)
• Must meet minimum military health standards for worldwide deployment and unmanned aircraft flight qualifications
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance

Benefits and Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAGs Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site.

Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAGs total compensation package for employees.

Unmanned Aircraft System Crew Chief

MAG Aerospace is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Crew Chief for the ULTRA platform. In this position, you will be responsible for aircraft care and maintenance, as well as assisting AVOs with launch and recover and other duties as directed; as well as utilizing checklists and other standardized technical manuals.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Safe ground handling of ULTRA aircraft
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of aircraft and systems
• Analyzing and reporting aircraft data pertinent to mission success and safety of flight
• Professional performance with minimal guidance and direction
• Ability to work effectively in a small team environment is essential

Locations can be forward located/deployed with minimum comfort access. While operating from the deployed location, all personnel are responsible to, and work directly for, the assigned Site Lead/Maintenance Manager, regardless of parent company. Crew Chiefs will support the daily flying schedule and may be responsible for more than one requirement. Personnel should expect to participate in all facets of the operation to support mission requirements.

Requirements

Minimum requirements the required skills and knowledge include:

• Demonstrated experience performing as a UAS Crew Chief on Group 3 or larger platforms
• Must be capable of reading and understanding aircraft logbooks and technical publications, and recording all maintenance actions
• Ability to strictly follow all procedures
• Basic computer skills are required
• High school diploma

Desired requirements the desired skills, knowledge, and education include:

• Recent deployed operations; prior military experience
• FAA A&P License
• Previous experience with Rotax engines and/or Rotax training certificates
• Maintenance experience on Group 4-5 UAS, or similar size manned aircraft
• Ability to properly maintain and track mission critical HAZMAT items and equipment
• Ability to create new procedures for R&D purposes and implement them into Standard Operating Procedures
• ULTRA or LEAP AVO experience

Other qualifications outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include:

• Must have a valid FAA Class 3 medical certificate (or able to meet standards/obtain)
• Must meet minimum military health standards for worldwide deployment and unmanned aircraft flight qualifications
• Must be a US Citizen
• Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance

Benefits and Compensation

At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAGs Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site.

Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAGs total compensation package for employees.

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