RPIC UAS Pilot & Training Lead

Tekever Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus opportunities

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid time off and company holidays

Paid sick leave

Health insurance coverage

Job summary

Tekever Corporation seeks an experienced UAS Operator to support Strategic Development and Operations in the United States. The RPIC will lead flight operations, instructor oversight, and program improvements for Tekever unmanned aircraft systems.

Responsibilities include check flights, evaluations, and flight school planning, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across government and commercial customers.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate is required.
• Minimum 2 years of professional UAS flight experience.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on aircraft or UAS maintenance experience.
• Experience supporting U.S. Government customers is preferred.
• Proven experience delivering UAS pilot instruction and evaluations.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) under Part 107 and company procedures.
• Plan, execute, and debrief flight operations with safety focus.
• Conduct site surveys, risk assessments, and pre-deployment briefings.
• Support deployments in remote or austere environments.
• Design and deliver training programs for Tekever UAS platforms.
• Mentor Junior UAS Operators and Maintenance Technicians.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to deployed teams.

Skills

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

UAS flight experience

Maintenance experience

Leadership / mentoring

Willingness to travel

Valid U.S. driver’s license

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Tekever Corporation seeks an experienced UAS Operator to support Strategic Development and Operations in the United States. The RPIC will lead flight operations, instructor oversight, and program improvements for Tekever unmanned aircraft systems.

Responsibilities include check flights, evaluations, and flight school planning, with emphasis on safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across government and commercial customers.