UAS Pilot III

Reliance Test & Technology; Florida; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is seeking an experienced UAS Pilot III to plan, execute, and oversee UAV missions at the Santa Rosa Island/Eglin AFB test site. The role requires hands-on maintenance, accurate data collection, and coordination with air controllers to meet test objectives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years operating UAS I–II platforms, with experience on Piccolo and Pixhawk systems, and a strong command of MS Office for reporting.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent mandatory.
• Advanced UAS education desirable.
• 5 years’ experience operating group I and II UASs required.
• Experience using Piccolo and Pixhawk-based UASs required.
• Experience operating group III UASs highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and execute UAS/UAV missions.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, configure, and operate group I–II UAS vehicles.
• Coordinate operations with air controllers during missions.
• Document and ensure compliance with DoD flight management requirements.

Skills

UAS Operations

UAS Maintenance

MS Office

Flight Planning

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Piccolo UAS

Pixhawk UAS

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Job Title

# of Hires Needed

1

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Work Location

Job Type

Full-time

Exemption Type

Exempt

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Hourly/Annual Rate

Job Description

UAS PILOT III

Mission Department

Open Position Request Number R-SS-26

CLASSIFICATION: UAS Pilot III; Salary TBD

GRADE: Exempt; Regular Full-time

LOCATION: Test Site A-15, Santa Rosa Island / Eglin AFB, FL – On Site

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Employees in this capacity will be responsible for planning, scheduling and executing UAS/UAV missions. Responsible for inspecting, maintaining, repairing, configuring, and operating group I through II UAS vehicles to meet test requirements. Will be responsible for all aspects of UAS operations from launch to sensor package operations as well as communications with air controllers.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Applicants will evaluate the test customers requested test item(s) and determine payload limitations; they will make recommendations to the test customer on possible alternatives if necessary.
• Responsible for researching and monitoring UAS/UAVs advancements and making recommendations to management and/or USAF engineers on best products to purchase.
• Responsible for researching replacement parts, stocking parts, and inventory control; responsible for operation/maintenance actions documentation, minor maintenance and inspections of assigned vehicle and trailer, installation and connection of test and data collection equipment in vehicles and trailers as well as integration of platforms under test into UAS airframes.
• Knowledge of UAS maintenance as well as operations highly valued.
• Operational experience with Tigershark UAS as pilot or co-pilot extremely desirable.
• Remote-controlled aircraft and private pilot license highly desirable.
• Operational experience with HQ60 or HQ90 UAS an advantage.
• Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Applicants will be required to comply with USAF and FAA flight management requirements.
• Must wear company-provided PPE.

Job Requirements

OTHER DUTIES: Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as necessary to support contract/mission support requirements in job-related areas.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school education or equivalent mandatory. Advanced, formal education in the UAS field is desirable. Experience five years’ experience operating group I and II UASs required. Experience in use of Piccolo and Pixhawk based UASs required. Experience operating group III UASs highly desirable.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Complies with all applicable federal, state, local, and company regulations. Will be required to meet audio and laser requirements. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Supports E-OMS operational objectives. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work may be performed at any location on the Eglin Test range in all weather conditions. TDY to locations throughout CONUS may be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Required to climb, bend, stoop, lift up to 50 pounds, pull, or carry heavy items.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an Affined Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.

Applicants must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase. Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.