MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot II

Albers Aerospace

Yuma (AZ)

On-site

USD 79,556 - 113,307

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

Albers Aerospace is looking for a Launch and Recovery MQ-9 Pilot in Yuma, Arizona. Candidates must have relevant certifications including a FAA Class II Medical Certificate and must maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance. The role involves safe aircraft operations, participation in flight phases, and collaboration with government entities. A benefits package includes health insurance, PTO, and a robust 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

Qualified C-Band Launch and Recovery MQ-9 Pilot or previous equivalent.
At least 200 hours as MQ-9 Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate or DoD equivalent.
Ability to travel in CONUS.
Maintaining a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance is required.

Responsibilities

Act as pilot in command (PIC) of MQ-9 aircraft.
Participate in all phases of flight including planning and execution.
Adhere to military, civilian and ICAO flight rules.
Provide expertise in unmanned aircraft operations.
Collaborate with U.S. Government organizations.

Skills

C-Band Launch and Recovery MQ-9 Pilot

200 hours as MQ-9 PIC

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation/aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting‑edge solutions and support to our warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs. We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

Albers Aerospace is seeking a candidate for a Launch and Recovery MQ‑9 Pilot to support USMC aviation operations. This job is in Yuma, Arizona and the candidate must reside/relocate or deploy to Yuma, AZ.

Essential Job Functions

Act as pilot in command (PIC) of MQ‑9 aircraft and provide safe Launch and Recovery operations of aircraft.
Participate in all phases of flight to include planning/briefing, execution, debrief and crew resource management.
Adhere to specific military, civilian and ICAO flight rules to include compliance with FAA regulations.
Provide expertise in the operation of unmanned aircraft. Develop briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
Plan and perform a wide range of in‑process analog, digital, microwave, optical and mechanical systems and equipment under ambient and environmental conditions.
Have technical knowledge and experience with UAS operations to facilitate their integration safely and efficiently into the NAS.
Collaborate with U.S. Government organizations and the Original Equipment manufacturer.
Support UAS integration into the NAS without reducing existing capacity, decreasing safety, negatively impacting current operators, or increasing the risk to airspace users or persons and property on the ground any more than the integration of comparable new and novel technologies.

Note: The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Required Qualifications

Qualified C‑Band Launch and Recovery MQ‑9 Pilot or previously qualified Launch and Recovery MQ‑9 Pilot (Form 8 within last 3 years)
At least 200 hours as MQ‑9 Pilot‑in‑Command (PIC)
Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate or DoD equivalent
Ability to travel in CONUS
Maintaining a DoD Top Secret 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
Bachelor’s Degree (may be substituted for experience)

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
For non‑military pilots, copies of Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Airplane Category Rating and Instrument‑Airplane Rating or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with an Airplane Category Rating

Preferred Qualifications

MQ‑9 Launch and Recovery Instructor/Evaluator Pilot experience
500 MQ‑9 flight hours
Last flight within 180 days

Physical Requirements

Able to lift 40 pounds and carry without assistance

Reasonable Accommodations

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer

Teammates at Albers Aerospace receive a robust benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision plans, matching 401k, 10 days of PTO the first year and 15 after that, 11 holidays, employer paid term life, AD&D, long and short‑term disability, and education and certification reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)