Senior Flight Test Pilot - Unmanned Systems

VideoRay; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment in Lawrence, KS seeks a Senior Flight Test Operator to join the Flight Test & Evaluation team in testing uncrewed systems for defense and commercial applications.

You will plan, coordinate, and report on flight test activities, acting as Pilot-in-Command and safety pilot while coordinating with engineers and leadership to solve complex developmental flight test challenges. Travel may be required, and you must maintain FAA certifications and be willing to work on weapon systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of developmental test experience.
• 5+ years of RC helicopter experience.
• Hold a private pilot license (PLL).
• Willing to travel and obtain security clearance.
• Ability to fly and maintain large RC helicopters safely.
• Willing to work on weapons systems.
• Part 107 certification to operate SUAS is preferred or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mission test cards and assist in planning flight missions.
• Act as safety pilot of a semi-autonomous RC helicopter via GCS and RC transmitter.
• Direct crew to maintain a safe posture during operations.
• Perform Pilot-in-Command duties during flight tests and manage associated responsibilities.
• Coordinate with AeroVironment and internal/external teams and leadership.
• Travel on short notice to fulfill operational needs.
• Maintain required training and FAA certifications.
• Provide training and professional development to coworkers.

Skills

Developmental test experience

RC helicopter experience

Private pilot license

Operate large RC helicopters

Willing to travel

Willing to security clearance

Willing to work on weapons systems

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

AeroVironment in Lawrence, KS seeks a Senior Flight Test Operator to join the Flight Test & Evaluation team in testing uncrewed systems for defense and commercial applications.

You will plan, coordinate, and report on flight test activities, acting as Pilot-in-Command and safety pilot while coordinating with engineers and leadership to solve complex developmental flight test challenges. Travel may be required, and you must maintain FAA certifications and be willing to work on weapon systems.