Senior UAS Training & Standards Pilot

Kraus Hamdani Aerospace, Inc.; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraus Hamdani Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a senior UAS Operations professional to lead flight operations, standardization programs, and safety initiatives across missions and sites. You will drive risk controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate training content with cross-functional teams.

The role requires deep operations experience with sUAS, strong project management, and the ability to travel up to 70% to support field operations and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of directly related experience.
• Knowledge of UAS technology, airspace regulations, and industry best practices.
• Experience in demonstrations, field operations, curriculum development, and equipment testing.
• Excellent communication and instructional skills; ability to convey complex concepts to trainees.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency with KHA's emerging UAS technologies, regulatory changes, and operational best practices.
• Adhere to FAA regulations and guidelines, including FAA Part 107 and related safety procedures.
• Support demonstrations, field missions, customer operations, and testing; deliver near real-time aerial intelligence.
• Assist with flight planning, pre/post-flight checks, risk assessments, and maintenance logs.
• Travel up to 70% and lead or support training content updates.

Skills

UAS Flight Operations Leadership

Operational Standardization & Audits

Risk Management & Safety Programs

Site Management & Flight Area Oversite

Mission Planning & Briefing

Technical Publications Review

Knowledge of Emerging UAS Technologies

Engineering & Flight Test Coordination

Job description

Kraus Hamdani Aerospace, Inc. is seeking a senior UAS Operations professional to lead flight operations, standardization programs, and safety initiatives across missions and sites. You will drive risk controls, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate training content with cross-functional teams.

The role requires deep operations experience with sUAS, strong project management, and the ability to travel up to 70% to support field operations and demonstrations.