UAV Flight Instructor & Mission Pilot

General Atomics Systems Integration; Fort Carson (CO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks a qualified UAV Operations Specialist to coordinate ground and flight operations, plan missions, brief and debrief aircrews, and manage safety protocols. The role includes piloting UAVs, supporting engineering tests and flight demonstrations with adherence to FAA regulations.

Travel across CONUS/OCONUS is required. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Two or more years in UAV operation or aviation.
• Basic understanding of UAV and FAA principles.
• 600+ hours in OSGCS/UGCS with 200+ hours PIC.
• Graduate of DA or DES IO course.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS; FAA Class II flight physical.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ground and flight operations, mission planning, briefing and debriefing.
• Operate UAV as Instructor/Operator and ensure safety and compliance.
• Support engineering tests and flight demonstrations per prescribed procedures.
• Plan and execute flight programs and events, adhering to FAA regulations.
• Interface with customers and maintain records per DCMA 8210.

Skills

UAV operation

Aviation

FAA regulations

Travel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or trade school equivalency

Job description

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks a qualified UAV Operations Specialist to coordinate ground and flight operations, plan missions, brief and debrief aircrews, and manage safety protocols. The role includes piloting UAVs, supporting engineering tests and flight demonstrations with adherence to FAA regulations.

Travel across CONUS/OCONUS is required. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential.