MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot, Onsite Phillipines

Albers Aerospace; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Albers Aerospace in the Philippines is seeking an MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot to support deployed aviation operations as Pilot-in-Command of MQ-9 aircraft for launch and recovery.

The role requires 550 MQ-9 flight hours, an active DoD security clearance or ability to obtain one, and willingness to deploy for six months each year. Onsite work with CONUS/OCONUS travel flexibility is 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 medical.
• Must possess/be able to obtain a US passport.
• Deploy for at least six months each year.
• Maintaining a DoD Security Clearance is required.
• Prior DoD pilot training or equivalent fixed-wing training.

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; mission planning, 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 and reports to ascertain factors such as weight and balance, fuel, route, schedule, and mechanical reliability.
• Available to conduct 24/7 operations without scheduling restrictions.
• Maintain ability to travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites.

Skills

MQ-9 Pilot

Flight Hours 550

US Passport

AF Form 8 LRE Qualified

DoD Security Clearance

Deployment Ability

Job description

MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot, Onsite Phillipines

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.

Job Summary:

The MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Pilot will support deployed aviation operations.

*Onsite, Philippines

• 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.

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:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• MQ-9 Launch and Recovery Instructor/Evaluator Pilot experience
• 1,000 MQ-9 flight hours
• Last flight within 180 days

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 40 pounds and carry without assistance