Remote UAS Deployment Pilot II

Platform Aerospace; Virginia; On-site; USD 51,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace seeks a DEPLOYED PILOT II to operate unmanned aircraft systems across customer sites, training and testing environments. You will support field deployments and ensure adherence to FAA rules, procedures, and customer requirements.

The role requires aviation discipline, ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS up to four months, and the capacity to obtain/maintain DoD and FAA credentials. Competitive hourly compensation is offered for Blackstone, VA-based operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Unmanned Systems or related field with 2–5 years of related experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Plan flight operations to meet customer requirements.
• Conduct pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks.
• Remote pilot UAS per flight plan or adapt plan to mission.
• Support field deployments, up to 4 months with supervisor approval.
• Demonstrate flights to customers at remote locations.
• Maintain flight records, mission reports, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations.
• Pass required flight and deployment physicals.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Flight operations

UAS operation

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Unmanned Systems

Tools

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

Job description

Platform Aerospace seeks a DEPLOYED PILOT II to operate unmanned aircraft systems across customer sites, training and testing environments. You will support field deployments and ensure adherence to FAA rules, procedures, and customer requirements.

The role requires aviation discipline, ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS up to four months, and the capacity to obtain/maintain DoD and FAA credentials. Competitive hourly compensation is offered for Blackstone, VA-based operations.