MQ-9 UAS Sensor Operator II (Cherry Point, NC)

MQ-9 UAS Sensor Operator II (Cherry Point, NC)

Assist pilot in command (PIC) of MQ-9 aircraft and provide safe operation of aircraft payloads, sensors and communications equipment in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Participate in all phases of flight to include planning/briefing, execution, debrief and crew resource management.
• Adhere to specific military, civilian and ICAO flight rules to include compliance with FAA regulations.
• Provides expertise in the operation of unmanned aircraft and sensor operations.
• Develop briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
• Plans and performs a wide range of in-process analog, digital, microwave, optical and mechanical systems and equipment under ambient and environmental conditions.
• Use technical knowledge and experience with UAS operations to facilitate their integration safely and efficiently into the NAS. This effort requires collaboration with US Government organizations and the Original Equipment manufacturer.
• Use technical knowledge and experience to support UAS integration into the NAS without reducing existing capacity, decreasing safety, negatively impacting current operators, or increasing the risk to airspace users or persons and property on the ground any more than the integration of comparable new and novel technologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have an active Top-Secret US Government clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• High school graduate (or equivalent) with 5 plus years in the performance and execution of U.S. military requirements, or a BA/BS from an accredited college or university in one of the following disciplines: engineering, business, logistics, management, math, sciences, and professional aeronautics with 5 plus years in the performance and execution of US military requirements
• Within the last 10 years, at least one year of MQ-9 Sensor Operator duties to US Naval/USAF UAS flight operations or within the last 15 years, at least 3 years of MQ-9 sensor operator duties supporting US Naval/USAF UAS flight operations.
• Qualified MQ-9 Sensor Operator or previously qualified MQ-9 Sensor Operator (Form 8 within last 3 years)
• Must have at least 200 hours as MQ-9 Sensor Operator
• Must possess current FAA Class I or Class II Medical Certificate or DOD equivalent.
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers.
• The ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• The ability to work as a team to accomplish mission requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Qualified MQ-9 Line of Sight Launch and Recovery (LOS L/R) Sensor Operator or previously qualified MQ-9 LOS L/R Sensor Operator (Form 8 within last 3 years)
• Operational experience at a deployed location acting as an MQ-9 Sensor Operator within the last 5 years.

Compensation Details:

$56.50

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.