UAS Pilot-Mid

General Dynamics Information Technology; Atlantic City, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Health and wellness packages

Internal mobility support

Paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology training

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks a Research Analyst / UAS Pilot to support FAA's Airport Research Division. You will develop flight test plans, procedures, and training materials to enable safe UAS integration in airport operations.

The role requires Part 107 certification, 100+ flight hours, and on-site work at the Atlantic City facility, with opportunities for professional growth and access to cutting-edge aviation tech.

Qualifications

• Must be Part 107 certified and have 100+ documented hours operating UAS platforms.
• FAA Suitability Background
• Part 107 certified.
• Experience using flight planning software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop flight test plans and procedures for UAS operations.
• Create briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
• Plan and perform testing of analog, digital, microwave, optical, and mechanical systems under varied conditions.
• Collaborate with manufacturers, regulators, and research teams to integrate UAS into NAS safely.

Skills

Part 107 Certified

UAS flight hours

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Flight planning software

Job description

RESEARCH ANALYST

Research Analyst / UAS Pilot

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Research Analyst /UAS Pilot supporting the FAA's Airport Research Division. You will be part of the team assessing different concepts and approaches to using UAS platforms to improve the safety and efficiency of Airport Operations. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Research Analyst Associate you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Research Analyst joining our team to

HOW A RESEARCH ANALYST / UAS PILOT WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Provides expertise in the operation of unmanned aircraft. Develop flight test plans and procedures. Develop briefing and training materials to support flight operations. Plans and performs a wide range of in-process and final testing of analog, digital, microwave, optical and mechanical systems, and equipment under ambient and environmental conditions. Technical knowledge and experience with UAS operations to facilitate their integration safely and efficiently into the NAS. This effort requires collaboration with a broad spectrum of stakeholders, which includes manufacturers, commercial vendors, industry trade associations, technical standards organizations, academic institutions, research and development centers, governmental agencies, and other regulators. Ultimately, technical knowledge and experience to support UAS integration into the NAS without reducing existing capacity, decreasing safety, negatively impacting current operators, or increasing the risk to airspace users or persons and property on the ground any more than the integration of comparable new and novel technologies.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Not Required
• Required Experience: Must be Part 107 Certified and have 100-plus documented hours of safely operating UAS platforms.
• Security Clearance Level: FAA Suitability Background
• Required Skills and Abilities: Part 107 Certified.
• Preferred Skills: Experience using flight planning software
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in any field.
• Location: On-site at the William J Hughes Technical Center at the Atlantic City Airport

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays