Avionics Technician Lead, MQ-9 Job at Amentum (Iwakuni)

Avionics Technician Lead, MQ-9

Amentum

Location:
Japan , Iwakuni

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
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Salary:

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Job Description:

The MQ-9 Avionics Technician Lead is a highly qualified and skilled aircraft electronics and Ground Control Station (GCS) technician with experience in troubleshooting multiple electronics systems both aircraft and control stations. They will directly support the USMC MQ-9 Site Manager by leading, performing, and inspecting organizational level maintenance while at the same time being available to support hands-on maintenance and leadership/training on an as needed basis. They will be part of a Deployment Pool and will support deployments to various CONUS/OCONUS locations, as required. This position will require the member to be flexible in the support of assigned deployment/work schedules.

Job Responsibility:

Exercise independent judgment and lead a team of avionics technicians to complete daily aircraft maintenance tasks based on priorities set by their assigned supervisor
Apply expert technical knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting technical publications, manufacturers’ manuals/instructions or similar documents through the usage of test equipment/instruments to affect repairs
Performs all daily launch/recovery duties in support of operational requirements
Maintain assigned MQ-9 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
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
Make entries in aircraft logs and records, attend shift change maintenance meetings, perform as a QA, and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts
Apply advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that affect operational and maintenance capabilities
Use common and complex test instruments in the performance of assigned duties
Provides training to lower-level avionic technicians
Sign off work in either NALCOMIS/OOMA or IMDS
Maintain, repair, and install various types of electronic equipment and related devices
Apply advanced technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions and apply skill in restoring equipment operations
Recommend revisions to maintenance procedures to improve efficiency and ensure quality workmanship
Able to work without direct supervision
Performs all other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Active Secret US Government Clearance within the last 12 months
High School Diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum
Eight (8) years of actual Aircraft Avionics and/or GCS maintenance experience required
Three (3) years of experience on MQ-9 Aircraft and/or GCS, as an Avionics Technician
Advanced knowledge of basic and complex mechanical maintenance and repair
Advanced knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft mechanical maintenance
Comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components, a thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non-complex electrical systems
Know theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, theory of flight and electronic flight controls, and have an advanced understanding of applicable systems
Have been designated a CDI or Red-X inspector for MQ-9 aircraft
Able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment
Have knowledge of CNAFINST 4790.2 NAMP and/or DAFI 21-101
Achieve a passing grade in all required courses/certifications for continued employment, as needed
Able to lift, carry and/or wear Military Issued Equipment in excess of 50 pounds for extended periods
Able to speak, read, write, and understand English
Current/active State Issued Driver’s License
Able to acquire and maintain a valid flight-line Government Driver’s License
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

Nice to have:

Prior experience supervising small teams in completing daily tasks
MQ-9 Avionics Technician experience within the last two (2) years
At least one (1) year of experience on both MQ-9 Aircraft and GCS, as an Avionics Technician
Associate degree in a relevant career field
Current IAT Level II Certification
Deployment experience
Prior experience as a Defense Contractor

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Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Avionics Technician Lead, MQ-9

Amentum

Location:
Japan , Iwakuni

Category:
IT - Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

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