Job Title – Support Engineer I Flight Support Assistant (FSA) Location – Tolleson, AZ (Onsite) Duration – 11+ Months
Job Description: Here at Client’s, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization. How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and—most importantly—safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We recently announced we are preparing for Prime Air deliveries to customers and are excited for what’s to come. If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.
Up to 25% travel - If they do travel it will be up to 2 weeks at a time to one of the locations and then returning home. Travel will only be needed during the training period if anything, additional travel after that is not expected for the assignment.
Export Control License: This position may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Client’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.
Lifting: The ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds of equipment, including drones, batteries, and related gear, as part of daily operational tasks. Bending and Flexibility: The role may involve bending, squatting, and other physical movements to set up, maintain, or retrieve equipment and perform operational tasks. Standing: The candidate should be capable of standing for extended periods, particularly during drone setup, takeoff, and landing procedures.
Climbing Ladders: Depending on the specific operational requirements, the candidate may need to ascend and descend ladders or elevated platforms to access drones, perform maintenance, or conduct inspections.
Visual Acuity: Good visual acuity, including the ability to identify and respond to obstacles, hazards, or changes in flight conditions during drone operations.
As a company regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), we require all employees with safety sensitive duties to comply with FAA drug and alcohol testing regulations. This includes pre-employment drug testing, random drug and alcohol testing, and testing in the event of an accident or incident.
Must Hold a current and valid FAA Part 107 MUST HAVE BEFORE EMPLOYMENT • FAA Certificate for small unmanned aircraft operations- https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators
Employees must also submit to reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing when necessary. The FAA has strict requirements for drug testing, including the types of drugs tested for, the procedures for collecting and testing samples, and the consequences for a positive test. Compliance with FAA drug testing regulations is essential for ensuring the safety of our employees, customers, and the public.
Daily Schedule / OT Expectations:
Shifts can vary between FHN // BHN // dependent on time needs, weather, etc. Candidate will need to be flexible for timing as needed
Possible OT as needed
Typical Task Breakdown:
Prepare for the day’s operations
Work with aircraft and flight operations equipment
Working with operator in command to complete checklists safely
Creating SOP’s for Processes
Degrees / Certs and/or Experience Required:
Hold a current and valid FAA Part 107 MUST HAVE BEFORE EMPLOYMENT
FAA Certificate for small unmanned aircraft operations- https://www.faa.gov/uas/commercial_operators
2+ years of work experience or a completed Associates degree (non specific)
Able to lift equipment and carry out physical activity with or without reasonable accommodation (45 lbs)
Able to work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required
Drone or Aviation experience is desired, but not a requirement.
Up to 25% travel - If they do travel it will be up to 2 weeks at a time to one of the locations and then returning home
Preferred Qualifications:
Interest in aviation
Ability to work independently
Strong decision-making skills
Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills
Must Haves:
Communication up and down
Problem Solving
Time Management
About Us: Established in 2004, SPECTRAFORCE® is one of the largest and fastest-growing diversity-owned staffing firms in the US. The growth of our company is a direct result of our global client service delivery model that is powered by our state-of-the-art A.I. proprietary talent acquisition platform, robust ISO 9001:2015/ISO 27001 certified processes, and strong and passionate client engaged teams. We have built our business by providing talent and project-based solutions, including Contingent, Permanent, and Statement of Work (SOW) services to over 140 clients in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, and India. Key industries that we service include Technology, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Healthcare, Telecom, Retail, Utilities and Transportation. SPECTRAFORCE is built on a concept of “human connection,” defined by our branding attitude of NEWJOBPHORIA®, which is the excitement of bringing joy and freedom to the work lifestyle so our people and clients can reach their highest potential. Learn more at: http://www.spectraforce.com
Benefits: SPECTRAFORCE offers ACA compliant health benefits as well as dental, vision, accident, critical illness, voluntary life, and hospital indemnity insurances to eligible employees. Additional benefits offered to eligible employees include commuter benefits, 401K plan with matching, and a referral bonus program. SPECTRAFORCE provides unpaid leave as well as paid sick leave when required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer: SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at LOA@spectraforce.com if you require reasonable accommodation.
California Applicant Notice: SPECTRAFORCE is committed to complying with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”) effective January 1, 2023; and all data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. A Notice to California Job Applicants Regarding the Collection of Personal Information can be located on our website. Applicants with disabilities may access this notice in an alternative format by contacting NAHR@spectraforce.com.
LA County, CA Applicant Notice: If you are selected for this position with SPECTRAFORCE, your offer is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of several requirements, including but not limited to, a criminal background check. We consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with all local ordinances and state laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (FCO) and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA). The background check assessment will consider whether a criminal history could reasonably have a direct, adverse impact on the job-related safety, security, trust, regulatory compliance, or suitability for this role. Such findings may result in withdrawal of a conditional job offer.
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $20.00/hr.
