4h ago

Field Drone Technician

Huntington Beach

$62.4k-$83.2k / year

full-timemidaerospace

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll support the deployment, maintenance, and operation of advanced drone platforms in field environments, ensuring safety and reliability of unmanned aerial systems. Your work enables mission-critical operations for a rapidly growing defense technology company.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Operate drones according to project specifications.
  • Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
  • Conduct field maintenance, repairs, and system upgrades on UAS.
  • Collect and process aerial data and system logs.

📋 Requirements

  • Proven hands-on experience with drone systems and flight operations.
  • Strong knowledge of UAV electronics, sensors, and GCS configurations.
  • Ability to repair mechanical and electrical system failures.
  • Competent with data acquisition tools and post-mission analysis.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Valid FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.
  • Associate degree or technical certification in electronics or UAS maintenance.
  • Background in aerospace, military, or defense technology environments.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 🏥 Health insurance coverage
  • 📈 Retirement plans including 401(k)
  • 🚀 Professional development opportunities
  • 🏢 Equity grants included in most offers

🚩 Heads Up

  • Pay range given as hourly but experience level implies mid-level, may underrepresent total compensation.
  • Export control restrictions may limit candidate pool.
  • Heavy physical requirement (lift 50 lbs) not typical for all drone technician roles.
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