UAV Instructor Operator

Ugcs Qualified / Non-deployable Pilot Iii

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Under general direction, the UGCS Qualified / Non-deployable Pilot III's will be responsible for coordinating ground flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground flight safety. Individuals will be responsible for multiple types of flight support, including transition training, sustainment training, test events, training development, and simulator operations.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Act as an Instructor Operator for GA-ASI. Responsible for training and evaluating contractor personnel and Army operators on the Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System including sustainment training, upgrade training, standardization flight evaluations, no notice evaluations, and refresher training.
• Coordinates and actively participates in ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and safety.
• May be called upon to remotely pilot vehicles to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during flight test / demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
• Ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
• May develop and verify procedures for use with new aircraft features and participates in the development of operational and safety procedures and training syllabus courseware.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Additional Functions / Other duties as assigned or required.
• Familiarity with Army forms, records, and publications as well as Contractor Flight and Ground Operations procedures and records (DCMA 8210).

Job Qualifications :

Salary : $105,360 - $160,883

Travel Percentage Required : 25 - 50

Relocation Assistance Provided : Provided

US Citizenship Required? Yes

Clearance Required? Yes

Clearance Level : Entry-Level (0-2 years)

Workstyle : Hybrid

General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws.