Remote Pilot/Visual Observer

Causey Aviation Unmanned, Inc; Wylie (TX); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in drone delivery services is seeking a Remote Pilot In Command/ Visual Observer. This role involves using the Flytrex drone delivery system to fulfill customer orders. Candidates should have a Part 107 Certificate and strong organizational and communication skills. The position requires outdoor work in varying conditions and will require evening and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Part 107 Certificate.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a safety-focused environment.
• Experience with RPA or UAS (1-2 years preferred).

Responsibilities

• Supports operations using the Flytrex drone delivery system.
• Documents daily flight activities and ensures compliance.
• Provides customer service and support.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Safety Management

Education

High School Education or GED Equivalent

Associate Degree or Higher (Preferred)

Job description

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The Remote Pilot In Command/ Visual Observer supports the operation and execution of an end-to-end drone delivery service using the Flytrex drone delivery system. Crew members will receive and fulfill customer orders from local businesses and deliver orders from the fulfillment center to the customer's front/backyard using the drone delivery system. All crew members will develop a full understanding of CFR 14 Part 107 and Part 135 regulations and will ensure operations are compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations. Each crewmember must explicitly follow safety and operational protocols, while possessing characteristics of integrity and trustworthiness.

Essential Functions

• Daily fulfillment center set up and tear down.
• Receives and fulfills orders on foot and/or by driving in an automobile.
• Ensures operational status of all required equipment.
• Documents daily flight activities and flight logs.
• Conducts operations following strict procedures and checklists.
• Deconflicts ground and air risks based on CFR 14 Part 107 or Part 135 during all operations.
• Operates system in compliance with CFR 14 Part 107 or Part 135.
• Provides customer service and support to current and future customers.
• Assists with the improvement and efficiencies of current operations.
• Performs public outreach using various means.
• Performs collateral duties as required.

*During times when delivery of orders by flight is interrupted due to weather conditions, technical issues, airspace restrictions, etc. employees are required to continue to support delivery of orders via personal automobile.

3. Strategic Thinking

4. Problem Solving/Analysis

5. Decision Making

6. Performance Management

7. Time Management

8. Crew Resource Management

9. Safety Management and Mitigation

This job operates in outdoor environments including inclement and hot weather, extreme-cold conditions in addition to limited office work. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, radio equipment, mobile phones, electronic tablets, multi-rotor small unmanned aircraft and remote control units.

Pay Scale:

Starting $20.00 / hour

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to operate a vehicle and is required to speak and hear. The team member frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time; run; stand; walk; use hands, handle or feel; kneeling/crouching; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Operations are open 7 days a week from 10:45 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. This position requires evening and weekend work.

Travel

Travel is local to the position location. Personal vehicles are used to complete necessary tasks. Mileage is tracked via GPS during the work shift and reimbursed at the current rate published at gsa.gov.

Required Education and Experience

• All team members will possess a Part 107 Certificate to commercially operate sUAS.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft office software suite applications.
• Good organization and communication skills, both oral and written, are essential to success in this position. Can develop and deliver clear, concise communications.
• Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative, trusting, flexible, and safety focused environment.
• High School Education or GED Equivalent; Associate degree or higher is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License – Subject to driving record history check prior to employment.
• Part 135 crew members will be subject to pre-employment and random DOT drug and alcohol screenings.
• Part 135 crew members may be required to obtain a 3rd Class FAA medical certificate.
• Must be at least 21 years of age. (This is due to corporate insurance requirements.)

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Associate or bachelor’s Degree (or In-Progress).

2. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience working with RPA or UAS.

3. Part 61 pilot experience is a plus.

This position requires U.S. Citizenship. Causey Aviation Unmanned participates in “E-Verify” for federal employment verification.

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All offers of employment made by Causey Aviation Unmanned are subject to the successful completion of a background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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