UAS Operator & Training Specialist — Field Missions

Drone.vet; West Virginia; On-site; USD 104,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Parsons is seeking an experienced UAS Operator and Training Specialist to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of UAS training materials, flight procedures, and qualification standards.

You will perform group 1-3 UAS flight operations, train operators across multiple platforms, and contribute to instructor development, certification programs, and mission planning. Domestic and international travel up to 30% is required while ensuring safety and mission effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM or aeronautical field with relevant experience or 5+ years of operational UAS and training experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safe and effective Group 1-3 UAS flight operations in support of training and test activities.

Skills

UAS operations

FAA Part 107

Group 1-3 UAS

Instructor/training

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM or aeronautical

Tools

Mission planning software

RF communications knowledge

Job description

Parsons is seeking an experienced UAS Operator and Training Specialist to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of UAS training materials, flight procedures, and qualification standards.

You will perform group 1-3 UAS flight operations, train operators across multiple platforms, and contribute to instructor development, certification programs, and mission planning. Domestic and international travel up to 30% is required while ensuring safety and mission effectiveness.