Maintenance Technician

Experimental Aircraft Technician II

Job Summary

Experimental Aircraft Technicians II are advanced-level team members who play a critical role in DeltaHawk Engines' airframe integration, experimental testing, and certification efforts. In addition to performing maintenance and modifications, they serve as technical mentors and contribute significantly to the development of procedures, tooling, and feedback loops between engineering and operations. This position demands a high level of technical skill, problem-solving ability, and autonomy in decision-making.

Working closely with engineering, flight test, and quality teams, the Aircraft Technician II ensures experimental aircraft and test assets are maintained, configured, and documented to the highest safety and performance standards, directly supporting DeltaHawk's mission of innovation and aviation safety.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

An individual in this position must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities listed below with minimal supervision. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Independently perform complex maintenance, troubleshooting, and modification tasks on experimental aircraft, including engine, airframe, avionics, and electrical systems
• Lead the installation and configuration of new experimental engines into testbed airframes
• Interpret engineering drawings and interface with design engineers to resolve discrepancies or implement improvements
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians; assist in on-the-job training
• Author or revise shop procedures and contribute to process development for new builds and test configurations
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of work performed, including changes to aircraft systems or configurations
• Support and execute ground and flight test operations, including pre-flight inspections, test setup, and post-test analysis
• Identify and proactively address safety or quality issues in the shop or hangar environment

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Working Conditions

Work is conducted in typical hangar, mechanical shop, and engine test cell environments. This position may occasionally require travel, overtime, or off-site support during critical testing or integration phases. Safety protocols must be followed at all times in accordance with company and FAA standards.

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