Contract UAV Pilot

JOB TITLE: CONTRACT UAV PILOT II-III DEPARTMENT: FLIGHT OPERATIONS REPORTS TO: DEPLOYMENT SITE LEAD CLASSIFICATION: CONTRACT POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 17 TRAVEL REQUIRED: 100% OCONUS CLEARANCE TYPE: SECRET Job Summary: Under minimal supervision, supports the ground and flight operations of an Unmanned Aircraft System during stateside and overseas operations. Responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft and the success of mission objectives, the pilot will be a cross-functional member of a two-man team, functioning as either the Pilot-in-Command or Flight Engineer. 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.Assist flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements.Support flight operations outside the continental United States for up to six (6) months at a time, or as mutually agreed upon.Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations.Assist team with furthering and refining training curriculum, documentation, and standardization materials.Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize mission readiness rates.Ensure compliance with all FAA/ host nation / customer regulations as applicable.Perform other duties as necessary. BASIC REQUIREMENTS LEVEL II: High school diploma or GED certificate.2-5 years of relevant experience.Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command.Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required.Position is contingent on the ability to pass required flight and deployment physicals.Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers.BASIC REQUIREMENTS LEVEL III: High school diploma or GED certificate.5-7 years of relevant experience.Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command.Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance.Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance.Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.Completion of training or a degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field preferred.Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required.Position is contingent on the ability to pass required flight and deployment physicals.Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers.PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS: Completion of training or a degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field.Military flight experience is highly desirablePart 107 Remote Pilot CertificatePrivate Pilot LicenseExperience in deployed UAS ISR operations

Salary : $60,000