Equipment Specialist, Senior - PR 1433

PE Systems, Inc. has a great opportunity for an Equipment Specialist, Senior in Poway, CA supporting the Medium Altitude Unmanned Aircraft Systems (MAUAS) Program Office, which is responsible for the research, development, production, and lifecycle sustainment of unmanned aerial systems.

PE Systems, Inc. genuinely cares about their employees. We bring together the best people and the best careers.  Our family of talented and focused professionals enjoy PE Systems’ generous PTO and Holidays, great benefits and great pay. 

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General Function:      

• Support Avionics Equipment Specialist functions for UAS avionics, communications, and electrical systems.
• Support Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) specialist functions for airframe, propulsion, mechanical, structural, composite, flight control, landing gear, and ground handling systems.
• Support Ground Control Station (GCS) specialist functions for UAS ground communications systems.
• Perform Mobile Field Service duties with extensive CONUS and OCONUS travel as directed by the Government.
• Provide equipment specialist support for UAS research and development activities.
• Support aircraft production and lifecycle acquisition efforts.
• Support sustainment activities throughout the UAS lifecycle.
• Provide maintenance planning support for MQ-1, MQ-9, and similar UAS platforms.
• Provide logistics support for A&P and Avionics maintenance activities.
• Serve as a technical advisor on UAS airframe and propulsion systems.
• Support multidisciplinary teams in achieving program objectives.
• Provide logistics guidance to Headquarters, ACC, and field maintenance supervisors.
• Provide quality assurance (QA) guidance for maintenance operations.
• Assist with troubleshooting Technical Order (TO) 00-25-107 technical assistance requests.
• Develop maintenance dispositions for USAF maintenance units.
• Identify potential technical or maintenance issues.
• Recommend corrective actions for Government consideration.
• Provide technical assistance to resolve system engineering concerns.
• Support maintenance issue resolution for fielded equipment and Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
• Assist the Government in inspecting contractor production and depot repair activities for program aircraft.

Education/Certifications/Experience/Skills:

• MA/MS Degree with 10 years of directly related experience or BA/BS with 12 years of directly related experience or 15 years of directly related experience to this discipline.
• Must possess and maintain a government security clearance at the Secret
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft programs (including Excel, Word, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio, and Project).
• Must be able to perform all functional duties independently.
• Must be able to transport self to various facility sites, as required. If using own motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position is estimated between $130K-135K. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. PE Systems considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer. 

PE Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for Employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, nation origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status and disability (including physical or mental disability as well as pregnancy) veteran status or any other status protected by the Federal, State or local law. 

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