Deployment Site Lead with Security Clearance

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site lead, overseeing deployed personnel and ensuring compliance with contract requirements, operational directives, and mission objectives.
• Act as Pilot in Command, performing pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks while ensuring safe and efficient aircraft operations.
• Train and mentor deployed personnel on operational procedures, compliance requirements, and other deployment-related aspects to maintain readiness.
• Act as the main point of contact between Platform, client representatives, government/military officials, and other key stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and operational issues to maximize mission readiness and aircraft availability.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, security, and compliance policies, including government regulations and company standards.
• Conduct site inspections, briefings, and status reports to assess and enhance operational effectiveness.
• Manage logistical and administrative requirements, including personnel housing, transportation, and overall welfare.
• Lead pre-deployment and post-deployment briefings to ensure personnel are adequately prepared and debriefed.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to mitigate risks and ensure mission continuity.
• Support Flight Operations, assisting with documentation management, operational reporting, and process improvements.
• Perform additional duties as required to support overall mission success.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• A High school Diploma or GED and 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• A minimum of 1000 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command.
• Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations.
• Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
• Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required.
• Comfortable operating a UAS in various weather and light conditions.
• Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Vigilant Spirit experience.
• Quattro FMS experience.
• Research and development experience.
• Publication writing experience.
• Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA.
• Private Pilot License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to obtain a DOT physical.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, and kneeling.
• Percieving differences in wire and indicator light colors.
• Operating hand and power tools.
• Lifting, carrying, and/or moving tools, equipment, and components weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Working in confined spaces and around aircraft.
• Ascending and descending ladders or stairs as required.
• Must be able to obtain a DOT physical.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $95,000.00 to $122,000.00. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education and training, job-related knowledge and skills, the scope and level of responsibility of the position, internal equity and market/ business considerations. The listed range is a general guideline and may vary based on the selected candidate's qualifications and work location, where applicable.