Avionics & Systems Integration Technician

Description

Delta Black Aerospace is a U.S.

-based OEM redefining unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for mission-critical defense applications. Founded and led by former Warfighters and senior industry Subject Matter Experts, Delta Black is developing the RAIDER 330 - a patented Group 3 UAS delivering Group 4 capabilities. The RAIDER 330 features true Hybrid-Electric Propulsion (HEPS), Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) and Extreme Short Takeoff and Landing (E-STOL). Headquartered in McKinney, TX, Delta Black moves at 5x the pace of traditional defense primes.

Delta Black Aerospace is seeking an Avionics & Systems Integration Technician to serve as a critical link between the hardware, software, and mission systems that comprise the RAIDER 330 UAS. This role is responsible for the installation, integration, inspection, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and functional verification of avionics, electrical, propulsion, flight-control, communications, payload, and Ground Control Station (GCS) systems.

The Avionics & Systems Integration Technician will work across system boundaries to ensure individual components and subsystems function together as a reliable, mission-capable aircraft. The position will support the complete UAS lifecycle—from component-level inspection and bench testing, through system bring-up and integrated ground testing, to flight-test preparation, execution, troubleshooting, and post-flight maintenance.

The ideal candidate is a technically broad, hands-on individual who can diagnose problems, understand system-level interactions, and drive technical issues to closure in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

• Applies basic technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that affect operational and maintenance capabilities.
• Requires a basic understanding of the interrelationships of circuits and associated systems.
• Exercises independent judgment in performing assigned tasks in conjunction with designated direction from Production Staff and Integration Leads.
• Uses common and complex test instruments in the performance of assigned duties.
• Maintains, repairs, and installs various types of electronic equipment and related devices.
• Applies basic technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining malfunctions and applies skill in restoring equipment operations.
• Must be able to work with limited supervision.
• Performs all other duties as assigned as requested.
• Support bring-up and troubleshooting of hybrid-electric propulsion integration, motor control, and VTOL lift system checkout.
• Work closely with propulsion, avionics, and payload vendors to resolve integration issues and validate performance

• Must have High School Diploma or have completed relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
• Minimum of one year of actual Aircraft Avionics and/or GCS maintenance experience required.
• Must have basic knowledge of general and complex electronics maintenance and repair.
• Must have basic knowledge of RFF systems, components, and accessories.
• Must possess general understanding of technical publications related to Aircraft electronics maintenance.
• Must know basic theory and principles of operation of engines, accessories and components, theory of flight and electronic flight controls, and have a thorough understanding of electrical and electronic principles.
• Must be capable of using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Must be able to inspect and operate ground support and auxiliary equipment.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must have current/active State Issued Driver’s License.

• FAA-certified Airframe and Propulsion License
• RPA/UAS Experience.
• Prior Military/Defense Contractor Experience.
• Experience as an Avionics Technician.
• Avionics Technician experience within the last 1 year.

Active Secret clearance preferred; must be able to obtain Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.