Black Hawk (UH-60) Maintenance Lead

Our mission at Skyryse is nothing less than a new era in flight, where fatalities are nearly zero, piloting any aircraft is simple and safe, and the sky is accessible to all. SkyOS, our industry-first universal operating system for flight, provides any airplane or helicopter with a fly-by-wire flight management solution that significantly reduces the complexity of flying. Skyryse One, our first production aircraft powered by SkyOS, was unveiled in 2024 and features the simplest, safest, and most intuitive flight controls in general aviation.

BLACK HAWK (UH-60) MAINTENANCE LEAD - HAWTHORNE, CA
We’re seeking an experienced UH-60 crew chief or experienced maintainer to lead the integration and testing of advanced fly-by-wire systems on Black Hawk aircraft. This role combines hands-on maintenance, hangar management, and close collaboration with engineering and flight test teams in a fast-paced R&D environment. This is a full-time onsite opportunity based out of Hawthorne, CA and will require the ability to travel to our Camarillo, CA facility. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with installation and troubleshooting of flight control components and wiring.
• Ensure all aircraft documentation, maintenance records, and logbooks are accurately maintained and compliant with FAA and internal standards.
• Act as primary point of contact regarding all Black Hawk (UH-60) operations.
• Manage daily hangar operations, ensuring tools, parts, and equipment are organized and available.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to provide real-time feedback on system behavior and mechanical integration during development and testing.
• Train other A&Ps on Black Hawk maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• FAA A&P license
• Strong knowledge of UH-60 systems and maintenance procedures
• 4+ years of experience supporting aircraft operations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on flight test or R&D environment
• Excellent communication and coordination skills across cross-functional teams

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience as a UH-60 crew chief or maintainer in military or civilian operations
• Strong understanding of aircraft electrical systems and avionics integration
• Experience modifying aircraft or designing aircraft modifications
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and modification work instructions
• Experience managing hangar operations, tooling, and inventory systems
• Experience with developmental flight test

WHY SKYRYSE?

• The opportunity to change the world through improving aviation safety and accessibility 
• Hourly Rate: $50 - 57
• Valuable stock option plan
• Heavily subsidized medical, dental and vision plans
• Full-time employees are eligible for 20 days of paid time off (PTO) and 5 sick days annually.  PTO and sick days must be used in accordance with Company policy.
• A company with an ambitious vision, a dynamic work environment, and a team of smart, motivated, and fun to work-with colleagues!

WE WELCOME ALL
Skyryse is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

NO AGENCY CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED.