Senior UAS Flight Test Pilot

AV; Lawrence (KS); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 61 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Holiday shutdown

Resumo da oferta

AV in Lawrence, KS seeks a Sr. Flight Test Operator to join the Flight Test & Evaluation team. You will plan, coordinate, execute, and report on developmental flight tests for uncrewed systems used in defense and commercial contexts.

The role involves acting as PIC during flight tests, coordinating with engineers and leadership, and traveling on short notice to support operations. A security clearance and Part 107 may be pursued as needed.

Qualificações

• 5 years of developmental test experience.
• 5 years of RC Helicopter experience.
• Currently hold a private pilot license (PLL).
• Ability to proficiently, safely fly and maintain large RC helicopters.
• Willing to travel as required.
• Willing to receive and maintain a security clearance.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain a high degree of professionalism including punctuality and culpability.
• Prepare mission test cards and assist in planning the flight missions to meet Engineering requirements.
• Act as a safety pilot of a semi-autonomous remote piloted helicopter by means of a Ground Control Station (GCS) laptop, tablet, and a Radio Control (RC) transmitter.
• Observe and direct crew/team members in their positions and actions to always maintain a safe posture.
• Perform duties as Pilot in Command during flight test operations and manage the responsibilities associated with that position.
• Cross communicates with multiple teams, internal and external to AeroVironment, including Senior Leadership or Customers.
• Travel on short notice to fulfill operational needs if and when those needs arise.
• Maintain all required training and certifications required to perform your job, both internal and external such as FAA certifications.
• Provide training and professional developmental support to coworkers under the guidance of AeroVironment as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Conhecimentos

Flight Test Experience

RC Helicopter Experience

Private Pilot License

Planning & Coordination

Safety Oversight

Formação académica

High School Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Ferramentas

Ground Control Station (GCS)

RC Transmitter

Descrição da oferta de emprego

AV in Lawrence, KS seeks a Sr. Flight Test Operator to join the Flight Test & Evaluation team. You will plan, coordinate, execute, and report on developmental flight tests for uncrewed systems used in defense and commercial contexts.

The role involves acting as PIC during flight tests, coordinating with engineers and leadership, and traveling on short notice to support operations. A security clearance and Part 107 may be pursued as needed.