UAV Instructor/Operator

About the role

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.

Job Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, coordinate ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety.
• Serve as Instructor/Operator of assigned Unmanned Air Vehicle(s) (UAV).
• May be called upon to remotely pilot vehicle to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
• Define, plan, organize and execute flight programs and flight test events, ensuring compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
• May conduct demonstrations and tests of assigned UAV(s).
• May represent the organization with military and commercial customers.
• Observe all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Maintain familiarity with Army forms, records and publications as well as Contractor Flight and Ground Operations procedures and records (DCMA 8210).

Qualifications

• Education/training equivalent to a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and five or more years in UAV operation or aviation; equivalent professional or military experience may be substituted.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.
• Possess at least 600 hours in an OSGCS/UGCS, with 200 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC).
• Graduate of DA or DES IO course.
• Ability to travel on CONUS and OCONUS.
• Ability to maintain a FAA Class II flight physical.
• Good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels of employees, military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew.
• Basic knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, and to work extended hours and travel as required.

Pay

Hourly Salary range: 86,990 - 132,845