General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

Flight-Ground Instructor

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $90K — $120K *
Adelanto, CA 92301In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Four-year technical degree or equivalent training with six years of aviation experience.
  • Instructor pilot experience in a formal training program is mandatory.
  • For specific roles, must have 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with UAV qualifications or 3000 hours in manned/UAV aircraft with 1000 PIC hours.
  • Current FAA Commercial Certificate with instrument rating required.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with effective communication ability.
  • Knowledgeable in relevant computer applications pertinent to UAV operations.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure safe UAV operation during all flight and ground procedures.
  • Instruct student pilots and instructor pilots-in-training on UAV operations through various training formats.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on UAV tactics and procedures.
  • Develop and execute planning and debrief protocols for flight instruction.
  • Assist in creating training syllabus and course materials, including research and presentation development.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and company policies during operations.
  • Promote a safe and productive working environment according to established procedures.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
  • Paid time off and holiday scheduling.
  • Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
  • Supportive work environment fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Serves as a permanent, full time, Instructor Pilot and Flight Examiner/Evaluator. Performs as subject matter expert for all aspects of the company's family of Unmanned Aircraft Systems to include aircraft hardware and software, ground control, station hardware and software. Instructs pilots on the standardization of company aircraft ground and flight operations and procedures, flight test and instructional techniques.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for the safe operation of the UAV during all phases of ground and flight operations.
  • Instructs UAV student pilots as well as instructor pilots-in-training in all aspects of UAV ground and flight operations including academic (platform instruction) and in- flight instruction.
  • Acts as subject matter expert in UAV operational tactics, techniques, and procedures.
  • Develops and executes instructor mission planning, briefing, mission execution and debriefing for ground and flight instruction.
  • Supports the development of training syllabus courseware to include research, word processing and presentation development.
  • Ensures compliance with all governing regulations including service guidance, company procedures and Federal Aviation Administration Regulations.
  • Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations and company policies wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
  • Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Job Qualifications

  • Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a four-year technical degree and six or more years progressively complex aviation experience. Equivalent professional aviation experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
  • Progressively complex aviation experience must include work done as an instructor pilot in a formal training program.
  • For Launch and Recovery instruction: 500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with UAV instructor or multiple UAV aircraft qualification; one thousand five hundred (1500) UAV hours, Multiple aircraft UAV Pilot Evaluator qualification.
  • For MCE only instructors: 3000 hours flight experience in a manned aircraft or UAV, 1000 hours as Pilot-in- Command (PIC), Current UAV instructor or evaluator or multiple UAV aircraft qualification MQ-9 pilot time counts toward fulfilling the flying hour requirements.
  • Must have a strong aviation background and demonstrate a complete understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts.
  • Must have excellent organization skills including planning and coordinating work assignments.
  • Must possess:
    • FAA Commercial Certificate with a current instrument rating
    • strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on teamwork and verbal and written communication;
    • ability to effectively interface with all levels of employees, as well as military and civilian customers
    • strong knowledge of computer applications and operations pertinent to the position
    • the ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
  • Preferred:
    • Current and qualified MQ-9 experience is highly desired.
    • MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Instructor Pilot experience.
    • Previous qualifications as an instructor in an aircraft in the air-to-ground role.

About General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a leading designer and manufacturer of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) systems, radars, and electro-optic and related mission systems, including the Predator® RPA series and the Lynx® Multi-mode Radar. GA-ASI provides long-endurance, mission-capable aircraft with integrated sensor and data link systems required to deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike capabilities. The company is headquartered in Poway, California, and has additional offices and facilities around the world.
Learn more about General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Founded
1955
* Ladders Estimates

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