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UAS Maintainer lvl 3-5

CHI Aviation
Howell, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026
Job Description:

Reports To: Director of Maintenance

Resolute ISR, Inc. is seeking a UAS Maintainer to join the team.

Company Description:

Resolute ISR is a subsidiary of CHI Aviation, a veteran-owned leader in heavy-lift helicopter services, specializing in support for the construction, HVAC, fire-suppression, and defense industries. Resolute ISR operates advanced unmanned aerial system (UAS) solutions to support military, security, and humanitarian operations worldwide. Specializing in intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), the company provides cutting-edge aerial capabilities for force protection, border security, anti-piracy, and disaster response missions. With a strong focus on safety, innovation, and mission success.

Job Responsibilities:

This is a full-time position for an experienced UAS Maintainer lvl 3-5 supporting Group 3 unmanned aerial systems. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting aircraft and ground control systems in Howell, MI. Candidates must be comfortable performing field-level maintenance to ensure system readiness and mission continuity.

  • Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Group 3 UAS, including air vehicles, payloads, ground control stations, and support equipment.
  • Conduct pre-flight, post-flight, and periodic inspections focused on airworthiness, system readiness, and maintenance compliance.
  • Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and component-level repairs on aircraft, payloads, and ground control equipment.
  • Execute component replacement, repair, calibration, and functional checks in accordance with approved technical data and maintenance procedures.
  • Maintain logs, documentation, and flight data in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
  • Adhere to safety, quality, and maintenance discipline standards
  • Able to travel up to 25%
Job Requirements:
  • 2-5 years of hands-on UAS maintenance experience, preferably supporting Group 3 or Group 4 platforms.
  • Demonstrated experience with aircraft maintenance practices, avionics systems, payloads, and ground support equipment.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and execute technical manuals, wiring diagrams, maintenance procedures, and inspection criteria.
  • Ability to work independently and in small teams or high-tempo operational settings.
  • Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and situational judgment skills.

Preferred:

  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
  • Prior military, government contractor, or OEM UAS maintenance experience.
  • Maintenance qualification or progression consistent with Maintainer Levels 3-5.

Additional Requirements:

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  • Ability to obtain necessary work authorization or export-control approvals, as applicable.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid passport for potential travel.
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Resolute ISR is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Pre-employment drug screening and background checks are required. Competitive wages are offered, with pay commensurate with experience. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package, subject to plan terms and eligibility.

Applicants have rights under federal employment laws, including Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA), and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

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Company Details
CHI Aviation
3679 Bowen Road
Howell, Michigan 48855 USA
www.chiaviation.com
9 Open Jobs Available
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Construction Helicopters Inc. D/B/A CHI Aviation has been in business since 1980. CHI Aviation and it's subsidiaries operate light to heavy turbine helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.

Benefits:
401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & Long Term Disability

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing, Sikorsky, CASA, Bell

Supported Models:
CH-47D Chinook, S-61N, CASA 212, Bell 505
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Job Info
Location
Howell, Michigan, USA
Type
Permanent
Travel
Required
Company Details
CHI Aviation
3679 Bowen Road
Howell, Michigan 48855 USA
www.chiaviation.com
9 Open Jobs Available
Follow CHI Aviation
Construction Helicopters Inc. D/B/A CHI Aviation has been in business since 1980. CHI Aviation and it's subsidiaries operate light to heavy turbine helicopters and fixed wing aircraft.

Benefits:
401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance & Long Term Disability

Supported Manufacturers:
Boeing, Sikorsky, CASA, Bell

Supported Models:
CH-47D Chinook, S-61N, CASA 212, Bell 505

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disability.

 

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