General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc

UAV Instructor/Operator

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc • $80K — $95K *
Fort Riley, KS 66442In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
2 days ago
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Qualifications

  • 4-year technical degree or trade school equivalent; 5+ years of UAV operation or aviation experience, or equivalent military experience.
  • Basic understanding of UAV and FAA principles and concepts.
  • At least 600 hours in OSGCS/UGCS; 200 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC).
  • Graduate of DA or DES Instructor Operator course.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
  • Maintain FAA Class II flight physical certification.
  • Strong analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate ground and flight operations efforts, including mission planning and execution.
  • Actively participate in debriefings and aircrew resource management.
  • Remotely pilot UAVs for compliance and operational suitability during tests.
  • Define, plan, and execute flight programs and test events while ensuring FAA compliance.
  • Conduct demonstrations and tests of assigned UAVs.
  • Represent the organization with military and commercial clients.
  • Adhere to all laws and regulations during business operations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development in a dynamic field.
  • Travel opportunities within CONUS and OCONUS destinations.
  • Engagement with military and commercial clients, enhancing network and experience.
  • Ability to lead and instruct in specialized UAV operations.
  • Variety of tasks that combine ground and air operations, making for a diverse work environment.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

Under general supervision, this position is responsible for coordinating ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety. Serves as Instructor/Operator of assigned Unmanned Air Vehicle(s) (UAV).
  • Coordinates and actively participates in ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and safety.
  • May be called upon to remotely pilot vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
  • Defines, plans, organizes and executes flight programs and flight test events. ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
  • May conduct demonstrations and tests of assigned UAV(s).
  • May represent the organization with military and commercial customers.
  • 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. familiarity with Army forms, records and publications as well as Contractor Flight and Ground Operations procedures and records (DCMA 8210).

    • Job Qualifications

    • Typically requires education training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and five or more years in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.
    • Must demonstrate a basic understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.
    • Must possess at least six hundred (600) hours in a OSGCS/UGCS of which two hundred (200) hours as Pilot in Command (PIC).
    • Graduate of DA or DES IO course.
    • Ability to travel on CONUS and OCONUS.
    • Ability to maintain a FAA Class II flight physical.
    • Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with all levels of employees and military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew.
    • Basic knowledge of computer operations and applications.
    • The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

    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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