UAV Pilot/Instructor

JOB TITLE: UAV PILOT/INSTRUCTOR I-III

DEPARTMENT: FLIGHT OPERATIONS

REPORTS TO: FLIGHT OPERATIONS TRAINING MANAGER

CLASSIFICATION: NON-EXEMPT
CLEARANCE: SECRET

LOCATION: BLACKSTONE, VA

This position may be filled at different levels depending on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

JOB SUMMARY:

The UAV Pilot/instructor will support the operation and training of Vanilla UAS. This role will oversee ground and flight operations during stateside training and overseas missions while providing technical support. The Senior UAV Pilot /Instructor will play a key role in mission success and program development through technical expertise and operational excellence.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements
• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks
• Remote pilot a UAS, following a specific flight plan or modifying flight plans to meet mission objectives
• Deliver training programs to new UAV pilots, ensuring adherence to operational protocols and safety standards.
• Support flight operations outside the continental United States for up to four (4) months at a time if needed
• Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize mission readiness
• Ensure compliance with all FAA regulations as applicable

BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR A LEVEL I:

• High school Diploma or GED and 2-5 years of manned/UAS flight experience or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a minimum of 6 years.
• Must have the ability and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required)
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Up to 75% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• Comfortable operating a UAS in various weather and light conditions.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR A LEVEL II:

• High school Diploma or GED and 5-7 years of manned/UAS flight experience or a combination of education and experience equivalent to a minimum of 6 years.
• 2+ Year of flight Instruction or customer facing technical training experience.
• Must have the ability and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Up to 75% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• Comfortable operating a UAS in various weather and light conditions.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR A LEVEL III:

• High school Diploma or GED and 7-10 years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience equivalent to 10 years.
• 5+ Year of flight Instruction or customer facing technical training experience.
• Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command.
• Must have the ability and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Up to 75% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
• Comfortable operating a UAS in various weather and light conditions.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.
• Completion of training or a degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field preferred
• Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations
• Vigilant Spirit experience
• Quattro FMS experience
• Research and development experience
• Publication writing experience
• Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA
• Private Pilot License

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to obtain a DOT physical.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:
  • Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and kneeling
  • Perceiving differences in wire and indicator light colors
  • Operating hand and power tools
  • Lifting, carrying, and/or moving tools, equipment, and components weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Working in confined spaces and around aircraft
  • Ascending and descending ladders or stairs as required

The hourly range for this position is $30.00 to $70.00. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education and training, job-related knowledge and skills, the scope and level of responsibility of the position, internal equity, and market/business considerations. The listed range is a general guideline and may vary based on the selected candidate's qualifications and work location, where applicable.