Lead MQ-9 Launch & Recovery Pilot (PIC)

albers-aersopace; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

albers-aersopace seeks an MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot to serve as Pilot-in-Command for launch and recovery of MQ-9 aircraft. The role involves coordinating ground and flight operations, mission planning, debriefings, and safety management.

The position requires extensive flight hours, DoD clearance, and ability to deploy for six months annually. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations and FAA medical prerequisites are required.

Qualifications

• MQ-9 Pilot with AF Form 8, LRE Qualified
• 550 MQ-9 flight hours
• Last flight within 12 months
• Must possess/be able to obtain FAA Class II physical
• Must possess/be able to obtain a US passport
• Deploy for at least six (6) months each year
• Maintaining a DoD Security Clearance is required
• Prior DoD pilot training, specifically the USAF’s Undergraduate Pilot Training, or USA, USN, USMC, or USCG equivalent fixed wing training program
• Or Initial Formal Training Upgrade (IFTU) training in the MQ-9 via the 18X pipeline or the following FAA certificate/rating: Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Airplane Category Rating and Instrument-Airplane Rating

Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of MQ-9 aircraft for launch and recovery efforts.
• Coordinate and actively participate in RPA ground and flight operations efforts; including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management, and safety.
• Define, plan, organize, and execute flight plans and schedules. Review maintenance logs, weather reports, and forecasts.
• Use Technical Orders, other documents, and reports to ascertain factors; such as aircraft weight and balance, fuel supply, route, schedule, and mechanical reliability.
• Available to conduct 24/7 operations without scheduling restrictions
• Maintain ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites.

Job description

albers-aersopace seeks an MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot to serve as Pilot-in-Command for launch and recovery of MQ-9 aircraft. The role involves coordinating ground and flight operations, mission planning, debriefings, and safety management.

The position requires extensive flight hours, DoD clearance, and ability to deploy for six months annually. Travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations and FAA medical prerequisites are required.