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Flight Operations Manager in SFO Airport starting at 70K

Tracking Code SFO OPS Job Description

The Flight Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of flight operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves managing flight schedules, coordinating with flight crews, and optimizing operational processes to enhance performance.

• Operational Oversight: Supervise daily flight operations, including flight scheduling, crew management.
• Safety and Compliance: Ensure compliance with aviation regulations, safety standards, and company policies. Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Crew Management: Oversee flight crew assignments, training, and performance evaluations. Ensure that all crew members adhere to regulatory requirements and company standards.
• Coordination: Work closely with other departments (e.g., maintenance, ground operations) to ensure seamless flight operations and address any operational issues.
• Scheduling: Develop and manage flight schedules to optimize resource utilization and meet customer needs. Address any scheduling conflicts or changes promptly.
• Customer Service: Address customer inquiries and complaints related to flight operations, ensuring a high level of service and satisfaction.
• Reporting: Prepare and analyze operational reports to identify trends, performance metrics, and areas for improvement. Present findings to senior management.

• 5 years flight operations experience with an international airline

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in 2025.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures
• Support development tests setup and site organization efforts
• Self-monitor work progress against efficiency benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work
• Assemble, preflight, and perform routine inspections to ensure aircraft and equipment meet safety and performance standards
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as tire pressure checks, fluid refills, and battery inspections
• Track and record daily activities, including maintenance schedules, charging logs, and vehicle readiness
• Perform routine inspections to ensure they meet safety and performance standards
• Track and manage inventory for vehicle supplies, spare parts, and maintenance tools
• Coordinate with flight test manager and flight test engineers for ordering parts or equipment replacements
• Document and report any mechanical issues or damages to MRO for repair
• Suggest and/or implement process improvements
• Travel to flight sites and assist with the setup, operation and teardown of equipment
• Support equipment movement between flight sites and company headquarters
• A flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/week

• Demonstrated hands-on experience through past work, training and/or personal projects
• Strong attention to detail and safety-oriented mindset
• Comfortable managing and manipulating data and documentation
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must possess a valid state issued driver's license
• Ability to tow trailers and drive standard box trucks up to 24 ft
• Ability to travel to flight sites around the Bay Area
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions
• Moderate lifting, Ability to lift 50 lbs to chest height
• Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

• Familiarity with tools and equipment like generators, chargers, trailers and connectivity devices
• A&P Mechanic or prior experience in field operations a plus
• Interest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviation

• Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.
• Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.
• Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.
• Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
• Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.

$36.50 - $42.25 an hour

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in 2025.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures
• Support development tests setup and site organization efforts
• Self-monitor work progress against efficiency benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work
• Assemble, preflight, and perform routine inspections to ensure aircraft and equipment meet safety and performance standards
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as tire pressure checks, fluid refills, and battery inspections
• Track and record daily activities, including maintenance schedules, charging logs, and vehicle readiness
• Perform routine inspections to ensure they meet safety and performance standards
• Track and manage inventory for vehicle supplies, spare parts, and maintenance tools
• Coordinate with flight test manager and flight test engineers for ordering parts or equipment replacements
• Document and report any mechanical issues or damages to MRO for repair
• Suggest and/or implement process improvements
• Travel to flight sites and assist with the setup, operation and teardown of equipment
• Support equipment movement between flight sites and company headquarters
• A flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/week

• Demonstrated hands-on experience through past work, training and/or personal projects
• Strong attention to detail and safety-oriented mindset
• Comfortable managing and manipulating data and documentation
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must possess a valid state issued driver's license
• Ability to tow trailers and drive standard box trucks up to 24 ft
• Ability to travel to flight sites around the Bay Area
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions
• Moderate lifting, Ability to lift 50 lbs to chest height
• Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

• Familiarity with tools and equipment like generators, chargers, trailers and connectivity devices
• A&P Mechanic or prior experience in field operations a plus
• Interest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviation

• Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.
• Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.
• Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.
• Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
• Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.

$36.50 - $42.25 an hour

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Description

Summary

The UAS Flight Operations Specialist will apply their hard-earned field experience to develop, build, and test Z1 systems and mission payloads and recommend improvements. They will support and/or perform flight testing and write test plans, concise test reports, and/or test summaries as necessary. This position requires automobile travel (2+ hours each way) for any flight tests that include transition to fixed-wing flight. Some ground tests and hover tests can be performed locally.

The UAS Flight Operations Specialist will also be responsible for the overall state of health and readiness of the entire flight test system, including the Ground Control Systems, Ground Support Equipment and Air Vehicles. This requires a working understanding of all UAS major components. The UAS Flight Operations Specialist will own the creation and maintenance of logbooks and other maintenance and system configuration records.

The UAS Flight Operations Specialist is expected to bring a pragmatic, real-world perspective to the team and will be relied upon as a member of the engineering team throughout the development of the system. As a key member of a small team, and in order to develop in-depth knowledge of the Z-1 system, the UAS Flight Operations Specialist will also be involved in the assembly of Air Vehicles, Ground Control Systems and Ground Support Equipment. In this capacity, the UAS Flight Operations Specialist will be expected to provide “user perspective” feedback and improvement suggestions as a member of the design team. This may also include the creation and fine-tuning of build instruction documentation in cooperation with other groups. The UAS Flight Operations Specialist will also be a key contributor to subsystem bench testing, iron bird proof testing, diagnostic and debugging activities,

and root cause analysis efforts led by engineering.

As a Z1 systems expert, the UAS Flight Operations Specialist will play a key role in the development of a training curriculum and training materials for the Z1 Operators Certification Course – this will require the UAS Flight Operations Specialist to become intimately familiar will all areas of the Z1 system to include the Air Vehicle (operations and maintenance), Ground Control Station and associated software/user interfaces, and all Ground Support Equipment. Previous curriculum development, UAS Operator/Maintenance Instructor, military instructor certifications/qualifications, and Field Service Representative experience and/or relevant education preferred.

CONUS and occasional OCONUS travel will be required for demo flights, training, and field support.

Duties

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the UAS Flight Operations Specialist shall have/perform:

· Perform ground-based, hover, transition, and full fixed-wing flight tests of a Group 2 UAS

· Create and maintain test plans, reports, and summaries in support of a test development

· schedule

· Collaborate with other internal stakeholders and Leads to ensure readiness of the Z1 UAS

· Support the development of sustainment-ready military UAS by providing product feedback to the

· engineering team to inform design objectives and improvements

· Develop and implement a UAS Operator course

Experience:

· Minimum of 2 years military UAS operations experience

· Minimum of 2 years military UAS instructor experience

Skills and Competencies:

· Experience integrating payloads and radios such as Trillium, Persistent Systems, and Silvus

· Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills

· Ability to perform in a cross-functional team environment

· Good at keeping complex systems working well and performing preventative maintenance

· Good at maintaining a safe work environment and working to improve the safety of personnel and equipment

· Friendly, collaborative, and skilled at calm disagreement in route to solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

· 5+ years military UAS operations experience

· 5+ years military UAS instructor experience

· Experience with military, fixed wing VTOL, and Group 2+ categories in theater are highly desired

· Experience with SOCOM’s “Mod Payload” design standard

· Experience with STANAG 4586 GCS with software such as Vigilant Spirit

· Experience with multiple GCS software including QGroundControl, Embention, Micropilot, Mission Planner

· Ability to spec and build new wire harnesses for payload integration

· DOD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain)

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

· Able to travel as needed.

This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To conform to the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

Benefits

· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

· Life insurance and disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week.

· 401k with generous employer matching contributions.

· Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

Statement of employment and EEO

Employment is on an "at-will" basis. This job description is not an employment contract, and management reserves the right to reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Qualified applicants with a disability can request accommodations.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we know that a well-organized office is the backbone of success. Headquartered in Northern Virginia with offices in Washington, Florida and Israel, our team thrives on collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where every voice matters, every effort is valued, and every team member has the tools to grow and succeed. We’d love to meet you if you’re ready to be the glue that holds a dynamic headquarters team together and lead with purpose.

At Heven AeroTech (Heven), we know that a well-organized office is the backbone of success. Headquartered in Northern Virginia with offices in Washington, Florida and Israel, our team thrives on collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We are committed to creating a workplace where every voice matters, every effort is valued, and every team member has the tools to grow and succeed. We’d love to meet you if you’re ready to be the glue that holds a dynamic headquarters team together and lead with purpose.

Job Description

Description:

Job Title : Flight Operations Coordinator

Reports to : Flight Ops Manager

Classification: Base Salary

Position Location : Orlando, Florida (Ocoee, FL Office)

Status : Full Time

Company Description :

Fly Alliance is a Part 135 and Part 145 industry leading private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, management, parts, and MRO. Dedicated to providing unparalleled luxury, safety, and efficiency in air travel, the company has over 30 aircraft, 6 offices across the country, and over 200 employees supporting a global operation. Three consecutive years as a top 20 U.S. operator, Fly Alliance continues to redefine the private aviation landscape.

Role Objective :

The primary function is to assist in managing all aspects of trip operations, from contract preparation to the completion of a flight.

Essential Job Tasks :

• Managing multiple flights at once with accuracy.
• Preparing documents for contract approvals for both the clients and operators.
• Communicating with customers to receive passenger info, catering requests, and ground transportation.
• Working with each aircraft operator to ensure all flights are handled with proper services.
• Creating and maintaining itineraries for each flight with all pertinent information.
• Multi-tasking effectively, prioritizing appropriately, and providing timely communication of project(s) status.
• Providing exceptional customer service skills, over the phone and in person, to our customers, vendors, and other team members.
• Completing tasks and projects with a sense of urgency, working independently to solve problem.
• Compiling documents into well-organized Dropbox folders to maximize efficiency.
• Interacting with customers and vendors at corporate company events.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Competencies :

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate at all levels of an organization.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, professional attitude, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs such as the Microsoft Office Suite of products.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in determining most appropriate response or action in a variety of situations.

Work Environment :

• Work is generally performed within an office environment at the company office in Ocoee, Florida with standard office equipment available, as well as at outside at customer events.
• Work will also need to be performed from a remote location, as the demands of this role require work after standard office hours.

Physical Demands :

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Constantly operate a telephone requiring oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication.
• The person in this position frequently communicates with customers and must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Light physical effort required by handling objects up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or 10 pounds frequently.
• Ability to move from department and buildings to interact with others.

Travel :

• No travel will be required.

Required Education/Experience :

• Three (3) years proven experience in a similar position.

Direct Reports :

• This role has no direct reports.

Work Authorization :

• Must be authorized to work in the United States of America.

Job Description

Ready to make connectivity from space universally accessible, secure, and actionable? Then you’ve come to the right place!

At E-Space, we’re focused on bridging Earth and space with the world’s most sustainable low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network. We’re a team of bold thinkers, ambitious leaders and dynamic doers—and we’re disrupting NewSpace by fundamentally changing the design of legacy LEO space systems to deliver entirely new satellite capabilities at a fraction of the cost.

We’re intentional, we’re unapologetically curious and we’re 100% committed—to saving space, to protecting our planet and to turning connectivity into actionable intelligence.

• Operate spacecraft in real-time and scheduled commands, monitor telemetry and subsystem performance, and ensure system safety and mission success through continuous situational awareness and anomaly detection. 
• Conduct deep-dive analysis of spacecraft telemetry to identify trends, diagnose off-nominal behavior, and support root-cause investigations of anomalies across all subsystems. 
• Play a critical role in spacecraft integration and test campaigns including functional testing, Day-In-The-Life (DITL), and end-to-end mission rehearsals to ensure operational readiness. 
• Develop and execute operational scripts and automation tools. Leverage Python and Bash scripting to build and maintain automation pipelines for telemetry analysis, command sequence validation, and alert generation.  
• Contribute to the enhancement of ground software and data visualization dashboards. 
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary engineering teams to develop and refine CONOPS (Concept of Operations), design test cases, verify procedures, and implement fault mitigation strategies. 
• Participate in Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), simulate fault conditions, and conduct fault injection testing to validate spacecraft fault management logic and contingency responses. 
• Communicate concise technical updates on spacecraft performance, testing progress, and anomalies to engineering teams, mission management, and stakeholders. 

• Hands-on experience in spacecraft operations, including functional testing, telemetry validation, and operational procedure development. 
• Expertise in Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), fault injection, and validation of fault management logic. 
• 2–4 years of experience developing automation tools and data pipelines (telemetry analysis, command validation, system monitoring) using Python. 
• Proficiency in scripting languages for process automation, data parsing, and mission operations support. 
• Exposure to high volume data processing systems, telemetry decoding, or real-time monitoring frameworks.
• Strong documentation and communication skills to write clear procedures, technical reports, and deliver concise updates to cross-disciplinary teams. 
• Demonstrated ability to maintain situational awareness, make data-driven decisions under pressure, and contribute to mission success in dynamic operational environments. 

• Prior spacecraft or satellite operations experience (LEO, GEO, or deep-space missions). 
• Experience working in Linux environments, with familiarity in telemetry processing pipelines, command and telemetry database management, and real-time monitoring tools. 
• Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD integration for operational tool deployment. 
• Experience querying and managing data from SQL/NoSQL databases and telemetry filestores. 
• Experience developing or maintaining automation frameworks or real-time alerting systems. 

The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position in question, which is based on market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, depth of relevant experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply for the role and are selected for an  interview .

This is a full time, exempt position, based out of our Saratoga office.  The target base pay for this position is $100,000 - $170,000 annually.  The total compensation packaged will be determined by various factors such as your relevant job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 

We are redefining how satellites are designed, manufactured and used—so we’re looking for candidates with passion, deep knowledge and direct experience on LEO satellite component development, design and in-orbit activities. If that’s your experience – then we’ll be immediately wow-ed.

E-Space is not currently able to provide employment sponsorship for candidates who do not hold work authorization for the location of this role.  

Job Description

Pivotal is the leader in the emerging market of electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft. We design, develop, and manufacture light eVTOL aircraft and are renowned for the BlackFly, the first light eVTOL to fly manned missions and enter the consumer market.

Efficient, compact, and simple, Pivotal vehicles are designed for a wide range of consumer, public service, and defense applications. Our distinctive tilt-aircraft architecture and scalable platform have been in development, preparing to enter the market for over 10 years. We recently announced our next-generation aircraft, the Helix, planned for general release and scalable production in 2025.

Mobility is one of the most highly-valued areas of technology investment today. This is the right company, in the right space, the right strategy, at the right time. We invite you to join our amazing team and grow with us.

• Responsible for preventative maintenance activities on test equipment and data acquisition systems
• Use mechanical hand tools and torque wrenches to set up parts on test fixtures
• Support development tests setup and site organization efforts
• Self-monitor work progress against efficiency benchmarks and achieve on-time delivery of all work
• Assemble, preflight, and perform routine inspections to ensure aircraft and equipment meet safety and performance standards
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, such as tire pressure checks, fluid refills, and battery inspections
• Track and record daily activities, including maintenance schedules, charging logs, and vehicle readiness
• Perform routine inspections to ensure they meet safety and performance standards
• Track and manage inventory for vehicle supplies, spare parts, and maintenance tools
• Coordinate with flight test manager and flight test engineers for ordering parts or equipment replacements
• Document and report any mechanical issues or damages to MRO for repair
• Suggest and/or implement process improvements
• Travel to flight sites and assist with the setup, operation and teardown of equipment
• Support equipment movement between flight sites and company headquarters
• A flexible work schedule may be an option Ex: 10hrs -12 hrs/day for 4 days/week

• Demonstrated hands-on experience through past work, training and/or personal projects
• Strong attention to detail and safety-oriented mindset
• Comfortable managing and manipulating data and documentation
• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Must possess a valid state issued driver's license
• Ability to tow trailers and drive standard box trucks up to 24 ft
• Ability to travel to flight sites around the Bay Area
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions
• Moderate lifting, Ability to lift 50 lbs to chest height
• Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

• Familiarity with tools and equipment like generators, chargers, trailers and connectivity devices
• A&P Mechanic or prior experience in field operations a plus 
• Interest in RC planes, quadcopters, or aviation

• Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily operations, identifying and mitigating risks through assessments and training, encouraging open dialogue on safety concerns, and continuously improving protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Puts customers at the center of every action by deeply understanding their challenges, delivering exceptional value, and striving to exceed expectations to support their success as our core purpose.
• Actively seeks and values diverse stakeholder perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication—committing to shared decisions for the greater good.
• Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes while aligning actions with a clear understanding of success at every level.
• Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical best practices to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
• Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support—balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.

Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States and willing to work onsite at our HQ office in Palo Alto, CA.

Pivotal offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401k plans.

Pivotal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pivotal does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description

Job Title: Flight Operations Specialist

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Job Description

As a Flight Operations Specialist, you will perform maintenance operations on aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance with various directives supporting aircraft modification. Your role may include Airframe & Powerplant repairs and Fuel Cell work.

Responsibilities

• Remove, install, and rig flight controls.
• Conduct removal, installation, and functional checks as a CDI or CDQAR Inspector.
• Be Turn Qualified for both high and low operations.
• Handle hydraulic component removal and installation.
• Participate in depot disassembly and rebuilds.
• Operate ground support equipment.
• Perform routine and advanced maintenance operations on aircraft.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, and technical manuals.
• Use pneumatic tools, torque wrenches, and common hand tools.
• Remove and replace panels, floorboards, insulation, and sealing compounds.
• Familiarize and work with large aircraft, including airframe and power-plant components.
• Document maintenance and repair actions accurately.
• Order parts, tools, materials, and equipment as needed.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Perform duties on all shifts and under various weather conditions.
• Perform additional duties as directed by supervision and management.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in aircraft maintenance at depot level, repair, and overhaul.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical documents.
• Skill in setting up and using pneumatic tools and torque wrenches.
• Experience with large aircraft and their components.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Airframe & Powerplant repair.
• Capability to document actions and communicate effectively.
• Flexibility to work all shifts and in various environmental conditions.

Why Work Here?

This position offers an opportunity to transition directly with a large Department of Defense company, providing a pathway for professional growth and development in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Work Environment

You will work in a military hangar with shifts from Monday to Friday, either 5:30am-2:30pm or 2pm-10:30pm. Flexibility to work any shift is required. The environment is open-bay and non-climate controlled. Employees can expense $100 per year for Steel Toed Shoes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Antonio, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $5.00 - 40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending