Lead UAS Pilot – Mission Test & Operations

InDyne; Santa Rosa Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is seeking a UAS Pilot III to plan, schedule, and execute missions at Eglin AFB. You will inspect, maintain, and operate group I–II UAS, ensuring all flights meet test requirements and regulatory standards.

Advanced UAS education is desirable; candidates should have 5 years of field operation experience, familiarity with Piccolo and Pixhawk platforms, and be eligible for a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent mandatory.
• 5 years' experience operating group I and II UASs required.
• Experience with Piccolo and Pixhawk-based UASs required.
• Candidate must be eligible for US DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and execute UAS/UAV missions.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, configure and operate UAS vehicles.
• Document operations and ensure compliance with flight management rules.
• Research UAS advancements and propose best products to management.
• Collaborate with air controllers and test customers.

Skills

UAS operations

Mission planning

System maintenance

Documentation

MS Office

Education

High school education or equivalent

Advanced UAS education desirable

Tools

Piccolo

Pixhawk

Job description

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is seeking a UAS Pilot III to plan, schedule, and execute missions at Eglin AFB. You will inspect, maintain, and operate group I–II UAS, ensuring all flights meet test requirements and regulatory standards.

Advanced UAS education is desirable; candidates should have 5 years of field operation experience, familiarity with Piccolo and Pixhawk platforms, and be eligible for a Secret clearance.