Field Avionics Technician
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. General Atomics scores A on the Alion truth index.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Technician for our Aero Services division supporting our MQ9. This is a deployable role and will require OCONUS travel working a FLEX schedule with the ability to live at any location.
Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for technical and operational support in the installation, application and maintenance of unmanned aerial vehicle electronic equipment to include ground control stations, ground data terminals and ground support equipment in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions and technical orders, procedures and regulations. Conducts technical analysis and evaluation of product implementation to ensure customer specifications are met. Troubleshoots technical problems and issues and determines solutions to a wide variety of difficult problems. Provides guidance and training to internal and external customers regarding equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates UAV, ground control stations and ground support equipment and all subordinate systems at operation locations. 2
- Analyzes customer requirements and evaluates product implementation to meet specifications and end user applications.
- Assesses customers' needs for data interface and recommends actions for coordinative product solutions.
- Provides technical expertise on the installation, configuration, application and repair of products and systems to customers at operational locations.
- Performs high level troubleshooting and repair of ground and airborne electronic equipment.
- Utilizes product knowledge, sound judgment and logical reasoning to determine technical solutions complex problems.
- Repairs or replaces components based on test results, advanced system knowledge, technical documents, engineering instructions, schematics, blueprints or written/verbal instructions.
- Performs installation, configuration and test of computer hardware, software and networked systems.
- Diagnoses and corrects malfunctions as required.
- Performs inspections and preventative maintenance on ground and airborne systems.
- Maintains required records and forms in accordance with company and customer specifications.
- Validates and verifies accuracy of technical documents and procedures.
- Recommends changes to technical documents and procedures based on system expertise and best industry practices.
- Fabricates, installs, troubleshoots and repairs wire harnesses and assemblies.
- Ensures proper routing and clamping of wire harnesses and assemblies.
- Represents group as subject matter expert with internal and external customers and other personnel.
- Conducts training and practical instruction of peers and customers in the use of ground and airborne electronic systems.
- May provide guidance or training to less experienced staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.