RPA Maintenance Aircraft Mechanic II – Deployment Pool

About the role

The employee will join a Deployment Pool and support RPA aircraft maintenance missions at various CONUS and OCONUS locations. The role requires flexibility to adapt to changing deployment schedules and to apply comprehensive technical knowledge to keep aircraft airworthy.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily launch and recovery duties to meet operational requirements.
• Inspect, service, repair, and overhaul aircraft, engines, landing gear, fuel systems, and structural components.
• Interpret Air Force technical orders, manufacturers’ manuals, and related documents to guide maintenance actions.
• Use hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, rivet guns, drills, hoists, and test instruments for repairs and modifications.
• Maintain accurate parts inventory and support aircraft utilization schedules.
• Diagnose power‑plant malfunctions, isolate causes, and execute corrective actions.
• Recommend revisions to maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and quality.

Required profile

• Ability to work in a deployment environment with variable locations and schedules.
• USAF equivalent Aircraft Mechanic Journeyman level of expertise.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret technical orders and troubleshoot complex problems.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Aircraft inspection and maintenance
• Engine repair and overhaul
• Structural and landing‑gear repair
• Fuel‑system maintenance
• Electrical/electronic system troubleshooting
• Use of test equipment and diagnostic instruments
• Hand tools, power tools, welding, rivet‑gun operation
• Hoist and lifting device operation