Avionics Technician II (Cherry Point, NC)

This position is an hourly, overtime-eligible role governed by the Service Contract Act (SCA). In addition to the base hourly rate, you may receive a health and welfare payment per hour worked to meet SCA minimums, depending on the fringe benefits selected.

About the role

The USMC MQ-9 CLS Technician is a highly qualified aircraft electronics and Ground Control Station technician responsible for troubleshooting multiple electronics systems on both aircraft and control stations. Work may be reviewed by a supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices, and the technician may provide technical guidance to lower-level technicians.

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 not solvable solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals, including determining circuitry location and density, evaluating electromagnetic radiation, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
• Understand the interrelationships of circuits and use independent judgment to perform tasks such as circuit analyses, waveform calculations, and signal flow tracing using complex test instruments (e.g., high-frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and computer control equipment).
• Utilize organizational skills to prioritize workload and meet the Daily Flight Schedule.
• Make entries in aircraft logs and records, attend shift change maintenance meetings, and serve as a QA representative.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians during aircraft modifications and maintenance efforts.
• Solve unusually complex problems affecting operational and maintenance capabilities, requiring an advanced understanding of circuit interrelationships and associated systems.
• Exercise independent judgment and leadership under the direction of Production Staff and/or Avionic Leads.
• Use common and complex test instruments in assigned duties and provide technical leadership to lower-level avionic technicians.
• Train lower-level avionic technicians.
• Sign off work in NALCOMIS/OOMA or IMDS.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of CNAFINST 4790.2 and DAFI 21-101.
• Maintain, repair, and install various types of electronic equipment and related devices using advanced technical knowledge of electronics principles.
• Work without direct supervision.
• Inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Achieve passing grades in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed.
• Lift, carry, and/or wear military-issued equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Active Secret US Government clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance (US citizenship required).
• High School Diploma or completion of relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
• Minimum of five years of actual Ground Control Station (GCS) maintenance experience.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as an Avionics Technician on MQ-9 GCS.
• Advanced knowledge of basic and complex electronics maintenance and repair.
• Advanced knowledge of RFF systems, components, and accessories.
• Advanced knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft electronics maintenance.
• Understanding of engine theory and principles, accessories and components, flight theory, electronic flight controls, and electrical/electronic principles.
• Ability to read and use blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain one of the following IAT Level II certifications within 90 days of hire or before the second deployment: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, Security+ CE, SSCP, or GSEC, per DOD 8570.01-M.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must submit an updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.
• Current/active state-issued driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI.
• Associate degree in a relevant career field.
• Current IAT Level II Certification.
• Prior experience as a Defense Contractor.
• Avionics Technician experience within the last 10 years.
• SETTS experience (highly desired).

Pay

Hourly rate: $36.84 - $38.78. Actual compensation may vary based on job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching).
• Educational reimbursement.
• Parental leave.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tax-saving options.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Pet insurance.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) or the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA) may include different provisions.