Air Vehicle Operator

Titan Echelon, LLC; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Titan Echelon, LLC seeks an Air Vehicle Operator to join our Flight Operations team. The role will function as Pilot in Command on unmanned aircraft for a Department of Defense customer, with opportunities as Mission Commander when not acting as PIC.

The candidate should possess a US passport, active security clearance, and FAA credentials, with 4+ years of relevant experience. The position requires adaptability to long hours and team collaboration in a defense environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with valid US passport.
• Active Secret security clearance.
• FAA private pilot’s license with an instrument rating.
• FAA Class II Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS).
• Provide Mission Coordinator/Commander support when not acting as PIC.
• Support long endurance systems for national or theater level customers.
• Plan and coordinate missions under varying airspace conditions.
• Maintain up-to-date situational awareness of ongoing operations.
• Understand government defense industry policies and procedures.
• Meet/exceed performance standards per training syllabuses.
• Develop training programs and schedules based on training needs.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Timecard experience

Attention to detail

Communication (oral & written)

Interpersonal with all levels

Unsupervised work

Shift work / extended hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Piccolo Command Center or similar products

Job description

Position Summary

Titan Echelon is seeking an Air Vehicle Operator to join our Flight Operations team. This individual will function as Pilot in Command (PIC) or Mission Commander on unmanned aircraft for a Department of Defense customer. We offer great benefits, competitive salary, and a friendly working environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Acts as Pilot in Command (PIC) of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)
• Provide Mission Coordinator/Commander support to the team when not acting as PIC
• Primarily supports long endurance systems, driven by national or theater level customers
• Demonstrates the ability to perform mission planning and coordination acting under varying airspace conditions
• Must maintain a broad and up-to-date situational awareness of current mission operations; quickly gain understanding of current mission target environments and associated dynamics; and be familiar with operational methods and infrastructure
• Understands government defense industry policies and procedures related to operating aircraft and supporting customer requirements
• Meets/exceeds minimum performance standards as outlines in the master training syllabuses
• Formulates training programs, lesson plans and schedules, based on knowledge of identified training needs, systems requirements, or service needs

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Timecard experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to interact effectively with various levels internal and external to the organization
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to work unsupervised

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen with valid US passport
• Active Secret security clearance
• FAA private pilot’s license with an instrument rating
• FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent military experience.
• 4+ years of prior qualified Air Vehicle Operator, instructor, evaluator, and/or launch and recovery experience
• 4+ years of operational experience
• Experience with Piccolo Command Center or similar products
• Ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers
• The ability to work extended hours and/or shift work
• The ability to work as a team to accomplish mission requirements

Education/Experience

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability

Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.

Computer Skills

• MS Office

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.