UAS Pilot III with Security Clearance

InDyne; Santa Rosa Beach (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC seeks a UAS Pilot III to plan, schedule, and execute missions at the Test Site A-15, Santa Rosa Island / Eglin AFB, FL. On-site role requiring DoD security clearance readiness and strong UAS experience.

The candidate will maintain and operate group I–II UAS, coordinate with air controllers, and ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and proper data management per mission requirements.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent mandatory.
• Advanced formal education in UAS desirable.
• Five years of experience operating group I and II UASs required.
• Experience using Piccolo and Pixhawk-based UASs required.
• Security clearance eligibility and ability to obtain DoD clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and execute UAS/UAV missions.
• Inspect, maintain, configure and operate UAS vehicles.
• Coordinate with air controllers during missions.
• Research UAS advancements and recommend products to management.
• Comply with USAF flight management requirements and company policies.

Skills

UAS/UAV operations

Flight planning

Air controller coordination

Safety compliance

Security clearance readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Advanced UAS education desirable

Tools

Piccolo

Pixhawk

HQ60

HQ90

Microsoft Office

Job description

UAS PILOT III Mission Department Eglin AFB 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 Affi
• 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.