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A&P Mechanic (UAV / UAS)
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$72,304 / year median in Texas
+10% projected growth
Job Description
A&P Mechanic (UAV / UAS)
Traincroft Inc.
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Lewisville, Texas
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 09/07/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Perform assembly, inspection, repair & rework of small unmanned aircraft & associated system components using best practices & manufacturer procedures/directives.
Make small unmanned aircraft system airworthiness determinations.
Maintain maintenance & alteration records via an electronic logbook.
Generate & track malfunction, defect & reliability reports.
Recover & refurbish end-of-life components/parts.
What You'll Need
FAA Airframe or Airframe & Powerplant license.
At least 2 years training related to electrical & mechanical inspection, rework & repair, and assembly of aircraft systems.
Training or experience creating and managing assembly & maintenance records.
Training or experience organizing and tracking parts & consumable supplies.
A detail and process oriented work ethic.
Ability to work under limited supervision within an operations team.
Strong communication skills.
Bonus
1 or more years experience maintaining small unmanned aircraft & related systems.
Knowledge of DC power systems, PWM (pulse width modulation) controls, CAN (controller area network) bus architecture & LiPo (lithium polymer) battery systems (charging & safety).
Knowledge & experience with Linux command line, file structure, networking syntax.
Google G Suite experience.
Experience working in a quality process controlled environment.
Demonstrable wire & terminal soldering skills.
Graduate of an aviation, electrical or mechanical trade school or university program.
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Benefits
- Dental Insurance