What are the responsibilities and job description for the UAS Operator position at SURV7X, LLC?
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location(s): Indianapolis Metro Region; Huntsville, AL; Clarksville/Fort Campbell Area
Travel: Frequent travel is required (up to approximately 180 days annually), including deployment to remote, austere OCONUS operational locations.
Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated and disciplined Deployable UAS Operator to support real-world test, training, and operational missions using primarily Group 1–3 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS).
Operators plan, coordinate, and execute unmanned flight operations to support the acceleration of emerging technologies and rapid fielding of new systems to warfighters in the Department of Defense. This is a hands-on, field-oriented role for individuals who thrive in high-tempo, high-consequence missions requiring disciplined initiative and commitment.
Candidates will be expected to work tuning systems in the field, launch aircraft, troubleshoot in real time, and help government partners solve complex problems using unmanned platforms and attack systems.
Key Responsibilities- Operate unmanned aircraft systems in support of test, training, and operational events.
- Plan and execute UAS missions using Mission Planner, including waypoint control, diagnostics, and telemetry.
- Configure and tune ArduPilot-based flight systems; conduct firmware updates and field calibration.
- Conduct comprehensive pre-mission planning, including airspace deconfliction, policy review, and risk assessments.
- Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks and meticulously document system performance.
- Troubleshoot aircraft subsystems, ground control stations, and RF links in field conditions.
- Coordinate effectively with airspace managers, range control, and customer mission leads.
- Maintain full deployment readiness and support up to approximately 180 days of CONUS/OCONUS travel annually.
- Minimum 2 years of UAS operations experience (military or commercial).
- Proficiency with ArduPilot flight stacks and Mission Planner software.
- Familiarity with Group 1–3 UAS platforms.
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate or eligibility to obtain.
- Ability to pass deployment medical screening and meet physical travel requirements.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Active DoD SECRET clearance (with ability to receive TOP SECRET/SCI clearance) or Active TOP SECRET clearance.
- Prior military UAS operations experience (e.g., 15W, 7314, or aviation-related MOS/AFSC).
- Experience supporting Department of Defense operations, R&D, test, or fielding efforts.
- Knowledge of RF communication systems, EO/IR payloads, and mobile ground control system integration.
- Bachelor’s degree in a field related to advanced technology or unmanned systems.
- Experience operating in range environments or restricted airspace.
- Competitive base pay
- Full benefits package
- 401(k) with matching contributions.
- Paid time off.