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The USMC MQ-9 CLS Technician is a qualified and skilled aircraft electronics and/or Ground Control Station technician with experience in troubleshooting multiple electronics systems both aircraft and control stations. Work may be reviewed by supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices.
Job Responsibility
Must maintain assigned UAS aircraft electrical generators, load banks, starters, relays, batteries, actuators, circuit breakers, switches, and aircraft instruments
Must apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents
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
The CLS technician shall utilize excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet Daily Flight Schedule
Required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, attend shift change maintenance meetings, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts
Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that affect operational and maintenance capabilities
Requires an advanced understanding of the interrelationships of circuits and associated systems
Exercises independent judgment and leadership in performing assigned tasks in conjunction with designated direction from Production Staff and/or Avionic Leads
Uses common and complex test instruments in the performance of assigned duties
Must be able to sign off work in either NALCOMIS/OOMA or IMDS
Must have knowledge and understanding of CNAFINST 4790.2 and/or DAFI 21-101
Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices
Applies advanced technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operations
Performs all other duties as assigned
Requirements
Must have an active Secret US Government clearance with eligibility to obtain a Top-Secret clearance
Must have High School Diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum
Minimum of three years of actual Aircraft Avionics and/or Ground Control Station (GCS) maintenance experience required
Minimum of one-year actual experience on MQ-9 aircraft and/or GCS, as an Avionics Technician
Must have advanced knowledge of basic and complex electronics maintenance and repair
Must have advanced knowledge of RFF systems, components, and accessories
Must possess advanced knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft electronics maintenance
Must 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
Must be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables
Must 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
Must be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment
Must achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed
Must be able to lift, carry and/or wear Military Issued Equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English
Must submit updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date
Must have current/active State Issued Driver's License
Must maintain assigned UAS aircraft electrical generators, load banks, starters, relays, batteries, actuators, circuit breakers, switches, and aircraft instruments
Must apply advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems that typically cannot be solved solely by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents
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
The CLS technician shall utilize excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet Daily Flight Schedule
Required to make entries in aircraft logs and records, attend shift change maintenance meetings, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts
Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that affect operational and maintenance capabilities
Requires an advanced understanding of the interrelationships of circuits and associated systems
Exercises independent judgment and leadership in performing assigned tasks in conjunction with designated direction from Production Staff and/or Avionic Leads
Uses common and complex test instruments in the performance of assigned duties
Must be able to sign off work in either NALCOMIS/OOMA or IMDS
Must have knowledge and understanding of CNAFINST 4790.2 and/or DAFI 21-101
Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices
Applies advanced technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operations