UAV Instructor & Operator - Flight Test & Mission Lead

General Atomics Systems Integration; Fort Bragg (NC); On-site; USD 87,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, seeks a seasoned UAV Instructor/Operator to coordinate ground and flight operations, mission planning, briefing, and safety.

The role involves remotely piloting to verify specifications, conducting tests, and representing the company with military and commercial customers while maintaining FAA compliance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Education/training equivalent to a four-year technical degree or trade school.
• Five+ years in UAV operation or aviation preferred.
• Basic understanding of UAV/FAA principles and concepts.
• Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS and maintain FAA Class II physical.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ground and flight operations including mission planning, execution and briefing.
• Instruct/operate UAVs and support flight test/demonstration activities.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, service guidance, and company procedures.
• Conduct demonstrations and represent the organization with customers.
• Work safely and travel as required.

Skills

UAV operations

Flight testing

FAA regulations

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Four-year technical degree or trade school equivalent

Job description

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, seeks a seasoned UAV Instructor/Operator to coordinate ground and flight operations, mission planning, briefing, and safety.

The role involves remotely piloting to verify specifications, conducting tests, and representing the company with military and commercial customers while maintaining FAA compliance and safety standards.