Pilot - Deployed

About This Role

Piloting unmanned aircraft systems in a deployed operational environment is the core of this role, ensuring strict compliance with all flight and ground procedures. This position suits an experienced Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) with a strong background in group 4 and above unmanned aircraft, ready to enforce standardization and safety while working as an integral part of an operational team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the unmanned aircraft system
• Serve as Pilot-In-Command, supporting daily flight operations
• Comply with flight procedures, training procedures, and standards and evaluation procedures
• Enforce flight and ground safety across the fleet
• Be available for shift work, as scheduled hours can fluctuate
• Support internal audits and performance reviews, track data for operations managers and engineering
• Maintain all readiness requirements for duties, certifications, proficiency, required skills, or pre-requisites

Requirements

• Thorough understanding of aircraft components: powerplant, electrical systems, RF systems, as well as troubleshooting aircraft issues
• Familiarity with FAA/ICAO/DoD flight operational procedures
• Experience enforcing flight standards, airworthiness, and safety
• Understanding of DCMA procedures and reporting
• Accountability and management of Government contract property procedures
• Exceptional knowledge of Unmanned Aircraft procedures
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and get along with others
• Ability to review, interpret, apply industry standards (FAA/ICAO), and ensure compliance to program requirements and publications
• Ability to quickly learn new Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Technical Manuals, and procedures
• Attention to detail and organization skills regarding aircraft logbooks and timeliness in completing required paperwork
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Be a self-starter and be able to manage time efficiently
• Be a critical thinker
• 5+ years group 4 or larger UAS experience
• At least 100+ PIC flight hours operating Unmanned Aircraft
• Hold a FAA Private Pilot License and Instrument Rating
• Possess and maintain current FAA Class 2 medical (annually)
• Meet requirements for CONUS or OCONUS duty
• Hold an active Secret DoD clearance
• U.S. Citizenship Required