UAV Pilot-in-Command & Flight Test Lead

General Atomics Systems Integration; Indian Springs (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks an experienced UAV operator and instructor pilot. The role involves coordinating ground and flight operations, mission planning, and briefing/debriefing for UAV programs, including flight test events.

The successful candidate will have a four-year technical degree, 5+ years UAV aviation experience, FAA pilot qualifications with instrument rating, and PIC hours. Travel CONUS may be required; TS/SCI clearances are preferred.

Qualifications

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and five or more years experience in UAV operation or aviation.
• Must demonstrate a detailed understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ground and flight operations, mission planning and debriefing.
• Remotely pilot UAVs to test and demonstrate compliance with specifications.
• Define, plan, organize and execute flight programs and flight test events.
• Ensure FAA regulations compliance and safety.
• Develop procedures for new aircraft features and training syllabus.
• Conduct demonstrations and UAV tests; represent the organization with customers.
• Instruct UAV student pilots in ground and flight operations.
• Adhere to laws and safety procedures; work extended hours and travel as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

UAV operation

PIC hours

FAA regs

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Four-year technical degree

Job description

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI) seeks an experienced UAV operator and instructor pilot. The role involves coordinating ground and flight operations, mission planning, and briefing/debriefing for UAV programs, including flight test events.

The successful candidate will have a four-year technical degree, 5+ years UAV aviation experience, FAA pilot qualifications with instrument rating, and PIC hours. Travel CONUS may be required; TS/SCI clearances are preferred.