Position SummaryMAG Aerospace is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) crewmember for the Aerosonde platform. In this position, you will be responsible for safe aircraft operation which includes but is not limited to maintaining diligent lookout and listening doctrine with available sensors, radios, and other ground control station equipment; following air traffic control clearances; maintaining safe and positive control of the air vehicle during all phases of flight; taking appropriate actions during emergencies; operating sensors onboard aircraft; assisting Mission Commander and Mission Coordinator with flight mission planning and briefings as directed; computing takeoff/landing data via standard operating procedures; as well as utilizing checklists and other standardized manuals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Safe operation of the sensor payload
- Analyzing and reporting sensor data pertinent to mission success and safety of flight
- Professional performance with minimal guidance and direction
- Ability to work effectively in a small team environment is essential
- Locations can be austere with minimum comfort access. While operating from the deployed location, all personnel are responsible to, and work directly for, the assigned Site Lead, regardless of parent company.
- Crewmembers will be integrated into the daily flying/maintenance schedule and are responsible for more than one requirement.
- Personnel should expect to participate in all facets of the operation to support mission requirements
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
The required skills and knowledge include:
- Prior experience with small and larger than hand-launched Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)
- Must be capable of controlling the unmanned aircraft semi-autonomously (preprogrammed) via the GCS or controlling the unmanned aircraft manually via line-of-sight
- Basic computer skills are required
Education
The minimum level of education required is:
Desired Requirements
The desired skills, knowledge, and education include:
- Recent deployed operations; prior military experience
Other Qualifications
Outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include:
- Military trained UAS Operator
- FAA A&P license and private or commercial pilot
- Must have a valid FAA Class 2 medical certificate (or able to meet standards)
- Must meet minimum military health standards for worldwide deployment and unmanned aircraft flight qualifications
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must hold an active Secret Security Clearance
Benefits and CompensationAt MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $58240 to $108160 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.
