UAV Pilot II-III: Global Remote ISR Ops (Secret)

Platform Aerospace; Blackstone (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Platform Aerospace is seeking a UAV Pilot II-III to support ground and flight operations of a UAS during stateside and overseas missions. You will operate as Pilot-in-Command or Flight Engineer in a two-person team, ensuring mission success and safety.

The role requires 2-5 or 5-7 years of experience, DoD Secret (and ability to obtain Top Secret) clearance, FAA Class II Medical Certificate, and willingness to travel 100% CONUS/OCONUS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience for Level III; 2-5 years for Level II.
• Must possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required.
• Experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers.

Responsibilities

• Perform flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements.
• Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks.
• Remote pilot a UAS, following a flight plan or modifying flight plans to meet mission objectives.
• Assist flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements.
• Support flight operations outside the continental United States for up to six months at a time, or as mutually agreed upon.
• Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations.
• Assist team with furthering and refining training curriculum, documentation, and standardization materials.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize mission readiness rates.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, host nation, and customer regulations as applicable.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Pilot in Command

Flight planning

Remote piloting

Security clearance

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

CONUS/OCONUS travel

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Aviation-related degree preferred

Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Tools

Piccolo flight controller

Quattro flight controller

Job description

Platform Aerospace is seeking a UAV Pilot II-III to support ground and flight operations of a UAS during stateside and overseas missions. You will operate as Pilot-in-Command or Flight Engineer in a two-person team, ensuring mission success and safety.

The role requires 2-5 or 5-7 years of experience, DoD Secret (and ability to obtain Top Secret) clearance, FAA Class II Medical Certificate, and willingness to travel 100% CONUS/OCONUS.