Crew Chief

Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology drive pioneering advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Based in the vibrant city of San Luis Obispo CA, we're seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.

We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems.

We are seeking an experienced Crew Chief to provide maintenance support for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and other related DoD based projects. Zone 5 maintains a weekly flight test cadence at test ranges local to the San Luis Obispo, CA area. In addition, there will be occasional flight test demonstration events at both CONUS and OCONUS locations that will require travel to support. Flight maintenance requires significant time spent outdoors in various weather conditions.

Key Responsibility

• *Aircraft Servicing*
   

Perform routine pre-flight and post-flight inspections, fueling, Flight Control Rigging, and servicing tasks to ensure aircraft are safe and mission-ready.
- *Packout Support*
 

Prepare and transport test equipment, spares, and tools required for flight test operations, both on-site and at remote locations.
- *Vehicle Maintenance*
 

Conduct basic maintenance and servicing of support vehicles to ensure reliable ground transportation during test activities.
- *Ground Support Equipment (GSE)*
 

Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot ground support systems (Aircraft support equipment, towing equipment, etc.) critical to test operations.
- *Camera Equipment Setup & Maintenance*
 

Install, configure, and maintain airborne and ground-based camera systems used for flight test data capture.
- *Weight & Balance*
 

Assist with aircraft weight and balance calculations, ensuring proper loading for safe and compliant flight operations.
- *Trailer Loading & Weight Distribution*
 

Apply proper load distribution practices to trailers during pack out and transport, maintaining safety, balance, and compliance with road regulations.
- Prepare and execute
ground and flight test operations
for unmanned aircraft systems, including pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
- Support
integration of avionics, propulsion, payloads, and autonomy systems
onto UAV platforms.
- Operate
ground control stations (GCS)
and monitor flight telemetry during test missions under engineer or pilot supervision.
- Perform troubleshooting, corrective maintenance, and hardware swaps during rapid test cycles.

Qualifications

Required:

• Associate's degree in
  Aerospace, Avionics, Electrical, or Mechanical Technology
  , or equivalent hands-on training, or A&P Mechanic's License
• 3+ years of experience in
  UAV operations, Military or General Aviation aircraft service, maintenance, or defense flight test environments,
• Knowledge of aircraft subsystems: avionics, flight controls, telemetry, propulsion.
• Familiarity with
  flight line operations and ground support equipment (GSE)
  .
• Ability to read and interpret basic wiring diagrams, schematics, and test documentation.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in outdoor field test conditions.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting
  DoD UAV platforms
  or autonomous aircraft.
• Knowledge of
  data acquisition and telemetry systems
  .

Pay range for this role: $80,000 USD - $115,000 USD

What's in it for you:

Benefits:

• Competitive total compensation package
• Comprehensive benefit package options include medical, dental, vision, life, and more.
• 401k with company-match
• 4 weeks of paid time off each year
• 12 annual company holidays

Why Join Zone 5 Technologies?

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future of defense and aerospace.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

If you are passionate about unmanned aircraft technology and want to be a part of a dynamic and growing company, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Zone 5 Technologies team

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