UAS Pilot - ACY

Silent Falcon UAS; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Silent Falcon UAS in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, seeks UAS pilots to support FAA research on unmanned aircraft systems. You will conduct safe flight operations, prepare airspace authorizations, and coordinate with FAA and stakeholders.

A Part 107 certificate and 100+ flight hours are required; a related bachelor's degree is preferred. Role involves preflight planning, NOTAMs, and maintaining logs, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Part 107 certificate.
• Minimum of 100 hours operating various UAS platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems or related aviation field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct UAS flight operations in support of FAA research efforts in a safe and responsible manner.
• Submit FAA airspace authorizations, requests for waivers, and other necessary documentation.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders.
• Conduct preflight planning including weather assessment, ATC coordination, briefings, and NOTAM issuance.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company SOPs.
• Maintain accurate flight logs and records.
• Perform and document minor maintenance/troubleshooting of UAS equipment.

Skills

Part 107 Certificate

UAS flight hours

Flight operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems or related aviation field

Tools

NA

Job description

Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, United States

At Silent Falcon UAS Technologies, we are at the forefront of AI and digital twins innovation for airports and transportation infrastructure, revolutionizing operations and enhancing safety. Our mission is to optimize efficiency and drive transformative change in the industry through cutting-edge technology solutions.

Silent Falcon UAS is searching for UAS pilots located in Egg Harbor NJ who can support the FAA with researching the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This research involves exploring various aspects of UAS, including testing detection and mitigation systems and investigating their applications in airport environments. The research conducted by ATR commands significant attention due to its visible nature and ever-evolving objectives, which play a critical role in enhancing airport safety and optimizing the National Airspace System (NAS).

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct UAS flight operations in support of FAA research efforts in a safe and responsible manner

Submit FAA airspace authorizations, requests for waivers, and other necessary documentation

Coordinate with various stakeholders

Conduct preflight planning to include assessment of weather conditions, coordination with air traffic control and other relevant entities, briefings, and issuance of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs)

Ensure compliance with applicable FAA regulations and company standard operating procedures

Maintain accurate and complete flight logs and records

Perform and document minor maintenance/troubleshooting of UAS equipment, as required

Education and Experience

Must possess a current Part 107 certificate and have a minimum of 100 hours operating various UAS platforms

Bachelors degree in Unmanned Aircraft Systems or related aviation field preferred

Skills and Qualifications

High degree of flexibility and availability to travel

Must be able to pass FAA background screening