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Description
Unmanned Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Operations & Maintenance
Kyiv, Ukraine (On-site)
Redwire Corporation is a global space and defense technology company building the infrastructure of the future and delivering multi-domain solutions. We specialize in the design, manufacturing, and integration of autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and advanced electro-optical surveillance systems. Our technologies are trusted and deployed across defense, security, civil, and industrial sectors worldwide.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Unmanned Aircraft Maintenance Technician to join our growing team in Kyiv. In this role, you will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and continuous support of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), ensuring their safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
Main Responsibilities:
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
- Disassemble, assemble, and inspect unmanned aircraft.
- Diagnose technical faults and perform repairs on aircraft systems and components.
- Replace defective mechanical, electrical, and electronic components.
- Install firmware, software, and system updates for UAV platforms and associated equipment.
- Perform post-incident inspections and carry out structural and system repairs following crashes or hard landings.
- Repair composite airframe components.
- Perform mechanical assembly and fitting work using hand and power tools.
- Support pre-flight and post-flight inspections, diagnostics, and system testing.
- Receive and evaluate equipment submitted for repair.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and spare parts inventory.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
- Maintain workshop equipment and tools in proper working condition.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of maintenance processes and technical documentation.
Requirements:
- Technical education (vocational, college, or Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field).
- Previous experience in UAV maintenance, aviation, electronics, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience soldering electronic components, including SMD components.
- Good knowledge of electronics and electrical systems.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Understanding of UAV systems and their operation.
- Basic knowledge of radio communication systems.
- Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and mechanical workshop equipment.
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Basic technical English.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
Additional Requirements
- Ability to travel as required for missions and projects.
- Flexibility to work outside of regular business hours when necessary.
We Offer:
- A culture that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Engagement with industry-leading UAS technologies and advanced solutions.
- Access to continuous training and professional and leadership development.
- A modern production facility with cutting-edge equipment and a dynamic work environment.
- Competitive salary: EUR 1800 gross per month.
- Health insurance and accident insurance.
- Annual performance-based bonus program.
- Annual salary review.
- Financial support in special life situations.
Join Us
Join our team and help shape the future of unmanned aircraft technologies by ensuring the highest standards of maintenance, reliability, and operational readiness.
Please submit your CV in English by clicking "Apply" or send it directly to
hr.lv@redwire.eu
We appreciate every application; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
The information submitted by candidates will be processed and stored in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Company's recruitment procedures and will be used solely for recruitment purposes.