RPA Aircraft Mechanic I – Deployment Pool

About the role

The Deployment Pool Aircraft Mechanic provides essential maintenance and repair support for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems across CONUS and OCONUS locations. The role demands flexibility to travel and adapt to varying deployment schedules while ensuring aircraft airworthiness.

Key responsibilities

• Perform organizational and intermediate level maintenance, inspections, and modifications on RPA airframes, engines, and support equipment.
• Diagnose, isolate, and correct power‑plant and system malfunctions using test equipment and technical orders.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair, replace, and reassemble structural components, landing gear, fuel and oil systems, and avionics.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory and complete required maintenance documentation.
• Support daily launch and recovery operations and adhere to aircraft utilization schedules.

Required profile

• Ability to read and interpret Air Force technical orders, manufacturers’ manuals, and schematics.
• Flexibility to work on varied deployment schedules and locations.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.

Required skills

• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills.
• Experience using hoists, lifting devices, and specialized test equipment.
• Knowledge of aircraft engine, airframe, hydraulic, fuel, electrical and electronic systems.