Autonomy UAS Pilot & Test Operator (Secret Clearance)

LMI

Fort Bragg (NC)

On-site

USD 104,000 - 180,000

Full time

10 hours ago

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Job summary

LMI is seeking a Drone Pilot / Autonomy Test Operator to support a Department of War mission partner on site at Fort Bragg, NC. This role operates at the intersection of tactical UAS operations, autonomy testing, and rapid capability development.

The selected candidate will execute flight operations and provide real‑world feedback to engineers and developers. This role requires an active Secret clearance and hands‑on FPV/UAS experience, with a focus on safe multi‑vehicle operations and rapid

Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance required.
5+ years of operational UAS/FPV experience in military, government, or defense industry environments.
Advanced FPV flight proficiency (Acro Mode, precision maneuvering).
Experience conducting operations in dynamic or contested environments.
Strong understanding of aeronautical decision-making (ADM) and UAS risk management.
Experience with UAS system integration, testing, or evaluation.
Willingness to travel (0-25%).

Responsibilities

Conduct advanced FPV and Group 1–2 UAS flight operations in dynamic and contested environments.
Execute test scenarios, mission profiles, and evaluation events in support of autonomy development.
Operate across manual, assisted, and autonomous control modes.
Maintain safe multi-vehicle operations in complex airspace and RF environments.
Plan and execute flight test events (pre-flight, execution, post-flight analysis).
Capture operational data and contribute to formal test reporting.