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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Mechanical Technician

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Mechanical Technician

Aerovel CorporationBingen, WA, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

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  • Job Description :

Are you ready to soar with us? Aerovel, a trailblazer in the unmanned aircraft industry is seeking a

  • Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Mechanical Technician
  • to join our cutting-edge team. As part of our close-knit family, you’ll collaborate on ground-breaking projects, pushing the boundaries of technology. Your mission : drive excellence, innovation, and impact. Join us at the forefront of the unmanned aviation evolution!
  • Meet the Team :
  • The Airbus Helicopters Flexrotor Program (Aerovel) offers one of the most sophisticated small tactical unmanned aerial systems (STUAS) with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL). It can be used day or night by US and allied forces for a diverse range of intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition and reconnaissance (ISTAR) on land and at sea.

  • Your Working Environment :
  • Nestled in the heart of the spectacular Columbia River Gorge in Bingen, WA, our workplace offers innovation and the ability to contribute to game-changing solutions while enjoying the flexibility to spread your wings. Whether its solving complex challenges, or celebrating victories, you’ll be part of a cohesive crew that thrives on innovation and the beauty that the Northwest has to offer!

  • How We Care for You :
  • Financial Rewards :
  • Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
  • Work / Life Balance :
  • Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
  • Health & Welfare :
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
  • Individual Development :
  • Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.
  • Your Challenges :
  • Production Assembly : 95%
  • Perform fabrication, assembly, installation, repair, replacement, adjustment, and alignment of metallic and composite parts and components.
  • Conduct functional checks of systems for proper functioning.
  • Perform work from three-dimensional blueprints, sketches, diagrams, technical manuals, work orders, inspection reports, and other similar documentation.
  • Build complex mechanical assemblies with written work instructions within established periods and processes with a high degree of accuracy and quality.
  • Rotate through all the tasks required in a particular production process
  • Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
  • Maintain production equipment and tools.
  • Operate test equipment I.E. Dynamometers and oscilloscopes.
  • Provide investigation details of failed and damaged components.
  • Production Troubleshooting : 5%
  • Perform normal troubleshooting to diagnose malfunction or failures on the following aircraft systems : aircraft equipment furnishings, fuel system, landing gear, doors, fuselage, stabilizer, rotor systems, power plant and engine controls.
  • Your Boarding Pass :
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of two (2) years of Mechanical Assembly or related mechanical experience.
  • Eligible for employment in the US
  • 5% Domestic and International
  • Basic computer skills
  • Read, interpret, and follow written technical data
  • Familiarity with common mechanical type tooling
  • Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form in English
  • Preferred Education / Skills :
  • Applicable trade school
  • Experience in aviation, UAS or aircraft mechanical systems.
  • A&P, ASE or other related mechanical qualification.
  • Knowledge of engines, sensors, motors, springs, bearings, tolerance measuring equipment and software.
  • Correctly understands assembly / build requirements for aircraft configuration per customer request and ability to work effectively with supporting departments in order to meet build requirements
  • Hydraulics
  • Avionics
  • Electrical systems and terminology
  • Transmissions and Rotor heads
  • Proficiency in Cost Point, Tip QA and Solid Works systems.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Systems (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
  • Physical Requirements :
  • Onsite or remote : 95% Onsite
  • Vision : able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. 100%
  • Hearing : able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. 100%
  • Speaking : able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. 100%
  • Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors) : able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts. 100%
  • Carrying : able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs / 14kgs. 100%
  • Lifting : able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs / 14kgs. 100%
  • Pushing / Pulling : able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. 50%
  • Sitting : able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. 10%
  • Squatting / Kneeling : able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. 10%
  • Standing : able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. 80%
  • Travel : able to travel independently and at short notice. 5%
  • Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents) : able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. 50%
  • Personal Protective Equipment required : Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators / Masks, and / or Protective Gloves as required by site and / or customer site
  • Administrative position only PPE required : Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits; appropriate hearing / eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.
  • Salary range :
  • Salary range based on the required profile :

  • $23.00 - $35.00 per hour,
  • depending on experience. Actual minimum and maximum may vary based on geographic differential. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.
  • Take your career to a new level and apply now!

    This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

  • Company :
  • Aerovel Corporation

    Employment Type : US - Direct Hire

    Experience Level : Professional

    Remote Type : On-site

    Job Family :

    Assembly & Integration

    Job Posting End Date : 11.07.2025

    Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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    Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to .

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