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Job Title: Flight Support Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and proactive Flight Support Assistant to join our team, focusing on supporting daily drone operations and ensuring safety and compliance standards are met. This role involves handling equipment, monitoring airspace, assisting with warehouse tasks, and engaging with the community.

Responsibilities

+ Support daily drone operations by handling and organizing equipment including batteries and related components.

+ Monitor airspace in the area of operations and report any potential hazards or obstacles.

+ Assist with basic warehouse tasks including inventory management and package preparation.

+ Execute standard operating procedures while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

+ Engage positively with community members and address basic inquiries about our operations.

+ Document and report operational activities using standard templates and tools.

Essential Skills

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills.

+ Experience with basic documentation and reporting.

+ Experience working in a fast-paced team environment.

+ Strong attention to safety and ability to follow detailed procedures.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Previous warehouse or logistics experience.

+ Prior experience in aviation, aerospace, or drone operations.

+ Knowledge of aviation terminology and regulations.

+ Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certification.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team where you can grow and develop your skills in a cutting-edge industry. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a flexible environment with the potential for travel. Benefit from a supportive work culture that values safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Work Environment

The role requires physical activity, including the ability to carry/lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours. Work may be conducted outdoors in various weather conditions. Flexibility is essential, as shifts can include nights, weekends, and holidays. Travel may be required up to 25% of the time. Compliance with FAA safety and export control regulations is necessary, and the role is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing if conducting safety-sensitive functions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Waco, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waco,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.