UAV Operator: Aerial Recon & Mission Planner

DC Army National Guard; Gatesville (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Army National Guard is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator to pilot military drones and relay battlefield intelligence to combat crews. Training includes extensive flight operations and maintenance tasks, with pay during drill weekends and tuition assistance.

The role develops civilian career skills with federal agencies and includes benefits and disciplined military training lasting Basic and Advanced Individual Training periods.

Qualifications

• Must enlist in the Army National Guard.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Age 17–35.
• Able to pass a physical exam and meet standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct air reconnaissance, surveillance, targeting, and acquisition missions
• Plan and analyze flight missions
• Perform preflight, in-flight, and post-flight checks and procedures
• Launch and recover airframe from runway
• Perform maintenance on communications equipment, power sources, light/heavy wheeled vehicles, and crane operations

Skills

Intelligence, surveillance, and recon

Maps and intelligence reports

Analyzing aerial photographs

Using computer systems

Job description

DC Army National Guard is seeking an Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator to pilot military drones and relay battlefield intelligence to combat crews. Training includes extensive flight operations and maintenance tasks, with pay during drill weekends and tuition assistance.

The role develops civilian career skills with federal agencies and includes benefits and disciplined military training lasting Basic and Advanced Individual Training periods.