Jared Reeder
UAV Avionics Technician
Morongo Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic UAV Systems Technician with the California Air National Guard, skilled in cross-system diagnostics and mission-critical maintenance. Proven track record in troubleshooting complex failures and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at training junior personnel and ensuring compliance with technical standards, contributing to successful mission execution in high-tempo environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
UAV Systems Technician
California Air National Guard
12.2023 - Current
- Led troubleshooting of complex and intermittent system failures across avionics, communications, propulsion, and control systems
- Performed advanced diagnostics, fault isolation, and corrective actions using technical orders and system schematics
- Supported launch/recovery operations, ground testing, and flight-line activities in high-tempo environments
- Investigated system discrepancies, mission aborts, and anomalies; contributed to root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
- Coordinated with pilots, sensor operators, and maintenance teams to ensure safe and effective mission execution
- Ensured strict adherence to Air Force technical orders, QA standards, and safety regulations
- Reviewed and documented maintenance actions in IMDS, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Assisted in training and mentoring junior technicians on maintenance procedures and troubleshooting techniques
Education
Avionics Systems -
Avionics School House - UAV Systems - MQ-9A
Shepherd, TXSkills
- UAV maintenance execution
- Configuration control & compliance
- Cross-system diagnostics (avionics, datalink, propulsion)
- Intermittent fault isolation
- Test equipment & validation
- Flight-line operations
- Ground control systems (GCS)
- Mission-critical maintenance
- Cross-functional coordination (ops, maintenance, QA)
- Technical documentation & reporting
Timeline
UAV Systems Technician
California Air National Guard
12.2023 - Current
Avionics Systems -
Avionics School House - UAV Systems - MQ-9A