Job Description
The USMC MQ-9 CLS Technician is a qualified and skilled aircraft electronics and Ground Control Station (GCS) technician with experience in troubleshooting multiple electronics systems both aircraft and/or control stations. Work may be reviewed by supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices. This position supports a rotational schedule in which the Technician travels to the work country, supports operations for approximately four (4) months, and then returns home for approximately four (4) months of time off before starting the next rotation.
Essential Responsibilities:
Maintain assigned UAS aircraft electrical generators, load banks, starters, relays, batteries, actuators, circuit breakers, switches, and aircraft instruments.
Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents. Examples of such problems include determining the location and density of circuitry, evaluating electromagnetic radiation, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
Work typically requires an understanding of the interrelationships of circuits, exercising independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, and tracing relationships in signal flow, using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment.
Utilize excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet Daily Flight Schedule.
Required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, and attend shift change maintenance meetings.
Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that affect operational and maintenance capabilities.
Exercise independent judgment and leadership in performing assigned tasks in conjunction with designated direction from Production Staff and/or Avionic Leads.
Use common and complex test instruments in the performance of assigned duties.
Have knowledge and understanding of CNAFINST 4790.2.
Maintain, repair, and install various types of electronic equipment and related devices.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Have an active Secret US Government clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Have High School Diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
One year of actual Aircraft Avionics and/or Ground Control Station (GCS) maintenance experience.
Have advanced knowledge of RFF systems, components, and accessories.
Possess advanced knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft electronics maintenance.
Know theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, theory of flight and electronic flight controls, and have a thorough understanding of electrical and electronic principles.
Be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
Be eligible to gain and maintain one of the following IAT Level II certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, Security+ CE, SSCP, or GSEC, IAW DOD 8570.01-M commensurate with the assigned duties within 90 days of hire or before second deployment.
Be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
Achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed.
Be able to lift, carry and/or wear Military Issued Equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods.
Be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.
Have current/active State Issued Driver’s License.
Be able to travel on CONUS/OCONUS deployments.
Meet all OCONUS deployment criteria, to include pre-deployment medical screening, as a condition of employment.
Have a valid U.S. Passport with a minimum of two years remaining with at least two facing pairs (four total) of blank Visa pages.
Preferred Qualifications:
Eligible for Top Secret Clearance with SCI.
Associate degree in a relevant career field.
Current IAT Level II Certification.
Deployment experience.
Prior experience as a Defense Contractor.
