Fixed Wing Pilot

Drone Pilot / Drone Operator

A Drone Pilot with Group UAS/UAV expertise is responsible for executing safe, precise, and mission-ready flight operations across both continental and international environments. This role requires advanced External Pilot skills, strong technical proficiency with ground control systems, autopilot technologies, and mission-planning software, along with the ability to travel extensively and support sensitive missions requiring a Secret clearance.

These positions will travel both CONUS and OCONUS.

Base Pay is $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 a year (paid hourly). Candidates regularly make over $200,000.00 a year with Overtime and Travel Pay.

100% Company Paid Medical Benefits for Employee, 90% paid for family members

Responsibilities

• Operate Group 3 UAS/UAV platforms as External Pilot and Pilot in Command, ensuring safe and compliant flight operations.
• Execute mission plans including launch, recovery, navigation, and emergency procedures.
• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot ground station software and mission-planning tools.
• Manage and tune autopilot systems, including autonomous flight modes and navigation settings.
• Conduct pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight inspections and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and safety teams to support mission planning and system integration.
• Maintain detailed logs of flight hours, maintenance actions, and mission outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, DoD, and internal operational standards.
• Support training, evaluation, and mentorship of junior UAS operators.
• Travel up to 50%, including international locations, to support field operations, testing, and customer missions.
• Adhere to all security protocols required for Secret-level programs.

Position Requirements

• 5+ years of professional UAS/UAV flight experience.
• 250500+ Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours on Group 3 UAS platforms OR over 500 hours of other Drone Platform experience.
• Class II Medical Certificate Preferred or ability to obtain one.
• Eligible for or have an Active Security Clearance
• Demonstrated proficiency as an External Pilot for Group 3 aircraft (or extensive experience piloting other drones)
• Hands-on experience with ground station software and mission-planning tools.
• Strong understanding of autopilot systems, autonomous flight modes, and UAS navigation technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
• Ability and willingness to travel 50%, including international deployments.
• Excellent situational awareness and decision-making under dynamic conditions.

Why Work Here?

Join a rapidly growing organization with a great work environment and culture. Be part of a team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Work Environment

Work within an aircraft manufacturing setting, primarily on a standard day shift. Be prepared to work long hours when necessary to accomplish the mission

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Huntsville, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Medical Dental 401K PTO- both holiday pay and vacation

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Huntsville,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.