Secret-Cleared UAS Pilot: Flight Test & Sensor Payloads

Astrion; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 86,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking an experienced Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Pilot located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. The role requires a strong background in DoD Group 1–3 UAS operations, flight test & evaluation, and payload integration across maritime, land, and austere environments.

The ideal candidate has extensive GCS proficiency, mission planning, airspace management expertise, and ideally an active Secret clearance and FAA Part 107 certification.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' DoD UAS experience (Group 1–3 or larger).
• Proficiency with DoW Groups 1–3 and sUAS from GCS in multiple environments.
• Flight test, evaluation, and sensor payloads (LiDAR, thermography, photogrammetry).
• Active Secret clearance and FAA Part 107 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop Experimentation Action Plans and OPFOR/target requirements.
• Construct complex operational scenarios integrating TRL 6-9 prototypes; EO/IR sensors and advanced payloads.
• The incumbent will ensure all UAS aircraft/components are configured, safe for flight, and airworthy; plan and analyze missions.

Skills

Flight test & evaluation

GCS operation

Mission planning

Airspace management

Active Secret clearance

FAA Part 107 certificate

Tools

ArduPilot / QGroundControl

LiDAR payload integration

Thermography payload

Photogrammetry payload

Job description

Astrion is seeking an experienced Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Pilot located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. The role requires a strong background in DoD Group 1–3 UAS operations, flight test & evaluation, and payload integration across maritime, land, and austere environments.

The ideal candidate has extensive GCS proficiency, mission planning, airspace management expertise, and ideally an active Secret clearance and FAA Part 107 certification.