MQ-9 UAS Pilot II (Kaneohe Bay, HI)

About the Role

Act as pilot in command (PIC) of MQ-9 aircraft and provide safe operation of the aircraft in CONUS and OCONUS locations.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of flight to include planning, briefing, execution, debriefing, and crew resource management.
• Adhere to specific military, civilian, and ICAO flight rules, including compliance with FAA regulations.
• Provide expertise in the operation of unmanned aircraft.
• Develop briefing and training materials to support flight operations.
• Plan and perform a wide range of operations of analog, digital, microwave, optical, and mechanical systems and equipment under ambient and environmental conditions.
• Provide technical knowledge and experience to support UAS integration into the NAS without reducing existing capacity, decreasing safety, negatively impacting current operators, or increasing risk to airspace users or persons and property on the ground.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Active Secret US Government clearance with ability to obtain Top-Secret. US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret or Top-Secret clearance.
• BA/BS from an accredited college or university in one of the following disciplines: engineering, business, logistics, management, math, sciences, or professional aeronautics with 5+ years in the performance and execution of US military requirements.
• Within the last 10 years, at least one year of MQ-9A pilot duties in US Naval/USAF UAS flight operations.
• Qualified MQ-9A Pilot or previously qualified MQ-9A Pilot (Form 8 within the last 3 years).
• At least 50 hours as MQ-9A Pilot-In-Command (PIC).
• Possess current FAA Class I or Class II Medical Certificate or DOD equivalent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers.
• Ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
• Ability to work as a team to accomplish mission requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret US Government clearance.
• Qualified MQ-9A Line of Sight Launch and Recovery (LOS L/R) Pilot or previously qualified MQ-9A LOS L/R Pilot (Form 8 within the last 3 years).
• Qualified MQ-9A SATCOM Launch and Recovery (SLR) Pilot or previously qualified MQ-9A SLR Pilot (documentation within the last 3 years).
• Current or previously qualified MQ-9A Instructor Pilot.
• Operational experience at a deployed location acting as an MQ-9A Pilot within the last 5 years.

Pay

$78.24 per hour. The compensation range or hourly rate listed is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.