MQ-9A UAS PIC: Top Secret Eligible

Amentum; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an UAS Pilot II to serve as PIC of MQ-9A aircraft, ensuring safe operation across CONUS/OCONUS deployments. The role requires active Top Secret/Secret clearance, a relevant BA/BS, MQ-9A pilot qualifications, and 50+ PIC hours.

You will participate in all flight phases, adhere to FAA and ICAO rules, and develop training materials. Expect travel and collaboration with US government entities and OEM partners to safely integrate UAS into the NAS.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret; US citizenship required.
• BA/BS from an accredited college or university in engineering, business, logistics, management, math, sciences, or professional aeronautics with 5+ years in US military requirements.
• Within the last 10 years, at least one year of MQ-9A pilot duties to US Naval/USAF UAS flight operations.
• Qualified MQ-9A Pilot (Form 8/NATOPS Eval within last 3 years).
• Qualified MQ-9A LOS L/R Pilot (Form 8/NATOPS Eval within last 3 years).
• Must have at least 50 hours as MQ-9A Pilot-In-Command (PIC).
• Must possess current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate or DOD equivalent.
• Must be able to travel on CONUS/OCONUS deployments.
• Excellent verbal and written skills and ability to interface with multiple levels of management, customers, and peers.
• The ability to work extended hours and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of flight including planning/briefing, execution, and debrief.
• Adhere to military, civilian and ICAO flight rules including FAA regulations.
• Provide expertise in unmanned aircraft operation.
• Develop briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
• Plan and perform a wide range of systems and equipment under various conditions.
• Support UAS integration into the NAS with government and OEM collaboration.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

MQ-9A pilot experience

Verbal and written communication

Extended hours

Teamwork

Willing to travel for deployments

Excellent oral and written skills

Education

BA/BS in engineering, business, logistics, management, math, sciences, or professional aeronautics

Tools

MQ-9A pilot qualifications (Form 8/NATOPS Eval)

MQ-9A LOS L/R Pilot (Form 8/NATOPS Eval)

Job description

Amentum is seeking an UAS Pilot II to serve as PIC of MQ-9A aircraft, ensuring safe operation across CONUS/OCONUS deployments. The role requires active Top Secret/Secret clearance, a relevant BA/BS, MQ-9A pilot qualifications, and 50+ PIC hours.

You will participate in all flight phases, adhere to FAA and ICAO rules, and develop training materials. Expect travel and collaboration with US government entities and OEM partners to safely integrate UAS into the NAS.