Contract UAV Pilot

JOB TITLE: CONTRACT UAV PILOT II-III

DEPARTMENT: FLIGHT OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: DEPLOYMENT SITE LEAD

CLASSIFICATION: CONTRACT

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 17

TRAVEL REQUIRED: 100% OCONUS

CLEARANCE TYPE: SECRET

Job Summary:

Under minimal supervision, supports the ground and flight operations of an Unmanned Aircraft System during stateside and overseas operations . Responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft and the success of mission objec tiv e s , the pi lot will be a cross-functional member of a two-man team, functioning as either the Pilot-in- C ommand or Flight Engineer.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements.
• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks.
• Remote pilot a UAS , following a specific flight plan or modifying flight plans to meet mission objectives .
• Assist flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements.
• Support flight operations outside the continental United States for up to six ( 6 ) months at a time , or as mutually agreed upon.
• Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations.
• Assist team with furthering and refining training curriculum, documentation, and standardization materials.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize mission readiness rates .
• Ensure compliance with all FAA / host nation / customer regulations as applicable.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS LEVEL II :

• High school diploma or GED certificate .
• 2-5 years of relevant experience .
• Minimum of 500 hour s of flight experience as a Pilot in Comman d.
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance .
• Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Up to 100 % CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required .
• Position is contingent on the ability to pass required flight and deployment physicals .
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers .

BASIC REQUIREMENTS LEVEL II I :

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command.
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance .
• Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Completion of training or a degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field preferred .
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required .
• Position is contingent on the ability to pass required flight and deployment physicals.
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Completion of training or a degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field.
• Military flight experience is highly desirable
• Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
• Private Pilot License
• Experience in deployed UAS ISR operation s