Field Drone Technician

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Perform vehicle checkout, systems testing, and preflight activities using approved procedures and checklists
• Conduct basic mechanical, electrical, avionics, structural, and wire-harness inspections
• Support the assembly, integration, maintenance, repair, and configuration of autonomous aircraft
• Use approved torque practices, tooling, and work instructions
• Assist with hardware integration and vehicle configuration changes
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and vehicle condition
• Escalate technical issues, damage, or conditions outside approved procedures
• Track vehicle hardware, components, spares, and assigned inventory

Job requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through professional, military, trade-school, academic, or personal project experience
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and common hand tools
• Basic electrical knowledge, including the ability to recognize common connectors, wiring, and electrical components
• Basic familiarity with avionics, aviation, robotics, unmanned aircraft, or comparable electromechanical systems
• Basic understanding of aerodynamic and flight principles
• Ability to conduct visual structural and hardware inspections
• Familiarity with proper torque practices and hardware installation