Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
Job summary
Position primarily functions as pilot in command (pic) or mission commander on unmanned aircraft for a department of defense national, theater, operational or tactical level customer; manned or unmanned aircraft, or both.
Duties and responsibilities
Acts as pilot in command (pic) of unmanned aircraft system (uas).
Provide mission coordinator/commander support to the team when not acting as pic.
Primarily supports higher tier, longer endurance systems, driven by national or theater level customers.
Demonstrates the ability to perform mission planning and coordination activities under varying airspace conditions.
Must maintain a broad and up-to-date situational awareness of current mission operations; quickly gain understanding of current mission target environments and associated dynamics; and be familiar with operational methods and infrastructure.
Understands government defense industry policies and procedures related to operating aircraft and supporting customer requirements.
Meets/exceeds minimum performance standards as outlines in the master training syllabuses.
Formulates training programs, lesson plans and schedules, based on knowledge of identified training needs, systems requirements or service needs.
Selects appropriate instructional procedures or methods such as group instruction, simulation exercises, or and computer-based training.
Organizes and develops training manuals, testing and evaluation guidelines, and other educational materials.
Trains assigned personnel in effective tactics, techniques, procedures, policies and technologies.
Performs standardization & evaluation duties as directed by the program.
Relocation to conus duty location and/or at least 50% oconus travel.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree or equivalent military experience.
4+ years of prior qualified air vehicle operator, instructor, evaluator, and/or launch and recovery experience.
4+ years of operational experience.
2+ years of prior experience in a leadership role(s).
Must have at least a faa private pilots license with an instrument rating.
Must possess current faa class ii medical certificate.
Experience with piccolo command center or similar products.
Must have the ability to travel worldwide for at least 50% of the time.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers.
The ability to work extended hours and/or shift work.
The ability to work as a team to accomplish mission requirements.
Must have and be able to maintain active/adjudicated dod security clearance (secret or higher), or as required by the contract.
Us citizenship required with a valid us passport.
Aa/eoe m/f/disabled/vet
This company is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran statusAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
