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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 2 months ago

UAV Pilot IV

Indian Springs Nevada

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$115K/yr - $177K/yr

5+ years exp

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. They are seeking an experienced UAV Pilot to oversee flight operation efforts including mission planning and execution, ensuring compliance with regulations, and interacting with customers regarding mission requirements.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Coordinates and actively participate in flight operation efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and safety

Defines, plans, organizes and executes complex flight profiles in a tactical environment in support of customer requirements

Ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures

Interacts directly with the customer in the employment of aircraft on matters of importance to include the collection of data, tactical situation and overall mission

May act as a subject matter expert providing academic and in-flight instruction

Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company

Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices

Additional Functions Other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

UAV operation experienceFAA Commercial Pilot CertificatePilot-in-Command (PIC)FAA principles understandingFlight experience in manned aircraftAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Typically requires educational training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and five or more years' experience in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education

Must demonstrate an extensive understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a current instrument rating and ability to maintain instrument currency or DOD specialized remotely piloted aircraft system training / qualification documented on USAF Form 8 or equivalent; Pilot-in-Command (PIC)

At least five hundred (500) hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC)

At least one thousand five hundred (1500) hours flight experience in a manned aircraft or UAV

Ability to obtain and maintain a customer specific security clearance

Excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with all levels of employees, including senior management and senior military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew

Ability to obtain and maintain a FAA Class II medical certificate

The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential

Ability to obtain and maintain an adjudicated polygraph TS/SCI