RPA Maintenance 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 requires 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 and repair power‑plant malfunctions, fuel and oil system leaks, and electrical/electronic issues using test equipment.
• Disassemble, inspect, repair or replace structural components, landing gear, and functional parts with hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns and drills.
• Conduct engine flushing, parts lubrication, and routine maintenance checks.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory and support 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.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards.

Required skills

• Hand tools and power‑tool operation
• Welding and rivet‑gun techniques
• Use of test and diagnostic equipment
• Aircraft structural and engine repair
• Fuel‑system and electrical system maintenance

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge RPA platforms
• Exposure to diverse operational environments
• Professional development within the Air Force maintenance community