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... piloted, and deployed across the contact center. Full-time position available to work in a hybrid-model from Miami metro area, or remotely as long as you live in one of these states: AR, AZ, FL, LA ...

... piloted, and deployed across the contact center. Full-time position available to work in a hybrid-model from Miami metro area, or remotely as long as you live in one of these states: AR, AZ, FL, LA ...

... piloted, and deployed across the contact center. Full-time position available to work in a hybrid-model from Miami metro area, or remotely as long as you live in one of these states: AR, AZ, FL, LA ...

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UAS Operator 3 (Remote/Deployed)

Bingen, WA · Remote

$18.75 - $25/hr

You will play a critical role in operating and maintaining unmanned aircraft systems for various ... remotely in the continental United States (excludes Hawaii, US territories, and foreign ...

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How much do remotely piloted aircraft maintenance jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for remotely piloted aircraft maintenance in the United States is $34.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $38.94 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remotely piloted aircraft maintenance, and why are they important?

To thrive in Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance, you need strong knowledge of aviation maintenance practices, electronics, and mechanical systems, typically acquired through specialized training or certification such as an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or military equivalent. Experience with diagnostic tools, maintenance management systems, and familiarity with specific remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) platforms is highly valuable. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are important soft skills in this role. These competencies ensure safe aircraft operations, efficient troubleshooting, and effective teamwork in high-stakes aviation environments.

What is remotely piloted aircraft maintenance?

A Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Maintenance job involves inspecting, repairing, and maintaining unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to ensure their safe and efficient operation. Technicians troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and software issues, perform routine maintenance, and replace faulty components. They follow strict regulations and guidelines to maintain flight readiness and support mission objectives. This role is critical in both military and civilian applications, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and commercial drone operations.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in remotely piloted aircraft maintenance?

A typical workday in Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance involves performing pre-flight and post-flight inspections, diagnosing and repairing mechanical or electronic issues, and maintaining detailed service records. You may work closely with pilots, mission planners, and other technicians to ensure aircraft readiness and respond quickly to any unscheduled maintenance needs. Many roles require adherence to strict safety protocols and may involve shift work or being on-call, depending on operational demands. The work environment can range from hangars and workshops to outdoor airfields, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication to support mission success.

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What states have the most Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance jobs? States with the most job openings for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance jobs include:
Infographic showing various Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,115 per year, or $34.7 per hour.

Director, Technical Records (USP5) (1643)

VSE AVIATION

Davie, FL • Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


VSE Aviation rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

30th of 65 rated aviation services


Job description

SUMMARY: As the Director of Technical Records, you will provide the ultimate decision making and Finale oversight of Technical consultative services. The Aircraft Group provides technical support to aircraft lessors, aircraft & engine asset traders, banks/financial institutions, and operators via a full range of aircraft lease and asset management technical services. The position will interact with and integrate multiple 3rd party technical service providers to provide a comprehensive service offering that fulfils all requirements of a particular project by way of offering a single point of contact for complex whole asset (aircraft and engine) technical projects. As the lead point of contact for technical matters, you will anticipate the client's needs, work with the assigned project team and the company to drive project success and customer satisfaction. By leveraging your technical acumen, suggest innovative solutions that serve the clients and TAG's best interests, a promote a better consciousness of potential company-Wide technical synergies.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide final technical direction on business decisions and execution of all technical projects and integration of 3rd party services as required to provide complete project coverage related to aircraft, engine, and engineering services.
  • Possess an in-depth conceptual understanding of the current aerospace technical industry inclusive of regulatory matters of local and foreign government authorities, continuous airworthiness maintenance programs, aircraft physical and records inspections, engine trend monitoring, engine LLP limits, engine work scope management, major alterations, repairs, STC implementation and engineering orders, ADs (airworthiness directives), airline operations, aircraft leasing and trading environment
  • Awareness of external competition who work in similar areas and keep up to date with the overall industry changes
  • Must have the ability to prioritize competing deadlines, remain focused and self-motivated within a remote environment
  • Technical proficiency required for oversight of maintenance activities of both aircraft and engines
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Software, Excel, and Word and with Adobe Software, working with PDF(s), experience with OCR processing practices.
  • Expert in working within ShareFile and other common file-sharing applications and software
  • A&P, other FAA certifications a plus
  • Competency in a foreign language a plus
  • Outstanding Attention to Detail - Maintain Reliable and Accurate Documentation
  • Excellent Written, Verbal Communication and Intrapersonal Skills
  • Ability to work remotely and independently with an extremely high degree of efficiency and effectiveness to meet all established deadlines and workload expectations
  • Capacity to Write Routine Reports and Professional Correspondence
  • Excellent Computer Systems and Analytical Skills
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
  • Analyze expansion opportunities, like new customers, markets, and industry developments.
  • Take advantage of possible opportunities that can occur to advance the company.
  • Evaluate the overall state of the company and understand where it can improve and what it is doing well.
  • Contribute to the sales area of the business to add to profitability,
  • Guide and direct the work of other senior leaders within the technical department and mentor junior technical personnel
  • Create and manage all technical processes and procedures.
  • Analyze and develop procedures for management and technical duties and create tools to increase efficiency of technical processes
  • Define project responsibilities to maintain project time frames, budget estimates and provide status reports
  • Participate in how budget and staff are allocated for the project.
  • Create budget and business case for TAG to add CAMO capabilities determining if potential business growth justifies the cost, and if implemented, provide complete oversight of company's CAMO development and deployment
  • From time to time and as required, perform physical inspections on client's assets at various locations/airports, potentially internationally
  • ensure correctness and completeness of the final product prior to presentation to the client
  • Leverage technical acumen to suggest solutions to technical representatives while they are on assignment and monitor the proper execution of such guidance
  • Provide direction and oversight on projects and of technical representatives while they are on assignment to include identifying and contracting the best technical representative for any given project, leveraging your technical acumen as the subject matter expert to suggest innovative solutions that serve the clients and TAG's best interests
  • Training TAG'S core technical representatives to ensure they have and can use all the tools/templates TAG and/or its clients utilizes TAG and Client(s) company policies
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of relevant/technical work experience and 7-9 years of leadership experience
    • or additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.
  • Must be highly detail oriented and driven to meet tight deadlines under pressure.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum of 15 Years: Experience with Aircraft and Engine Maintenance Programs and related documentation and could adapt quickly to new databases and systems
  • Minimum of 10 Years: Knowledge and familiarity with Maintenance Manuals, Logbooks, IPC(s), Service Bulletins and Service Letters, Airworthiness Directives, and other industry standard documentation
  • Minimum of 10 Years: Knowledge and proficiency in navigating Federal Aviation Regulations, Advisory Circulars, other industry-standard statutory entities practices, procedures, and related documentation

OTHER: 

  • The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.


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