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UAV Pilot IV

General Atomics

Indian Springs, NV

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Adjudication, Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Collection, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Medical Conditions, Military, Operations Processes, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Regulations, Reliability Engineering, Resource Management, Safety/Work Safety, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Top Secret Clearance, United States Citizen, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Indian Springs, NV
POSTED
1 day ago
55621BR

Company:


General Atomics Systems Integration


Job Summary:


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.


We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced UAV Pilot to join our Aero Services Division in Las Vegas, Nevada. This role will be supporting a specific customer and will not involve extensive travel.


Without appreciable direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in overseeing flight operation efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety. Serves as Mission Control Element (MCE) Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned Unmanned Air Vehicle(s) (UAV).


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


+ Coordinates and actively participate in flight operation efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and safety.

+ Defines, plans, organizes and executes complex flight profiles in a tactical environment in support of customer requirements.

+ Ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures.

+ Interacts directly with the customer in the employment of aircraft on matters of importance to include the collection of data, tactical situation and overall mission.

+ May act as a subject matter expert providing academic and in-flight instruction.

+ 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.


We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.


Job ID#:


55621BR


Job Category:


Pilots


Travel Percentage Required:


0% - 25%


Full-Time/Part-Time:


Full-Time Hourly


State:


Nevada


Clearance Level:


Secret


Pay Range Low:


115,010


City:


Indian Springs


Clearance Required?:


Yes


Pay Range High:


177,215


Recruitment Posting Title:


Non Deployable MCE UAV Pilot


Job Qualifications:


+ Typically requires educational training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and five or more years’ experience in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.

+ Must demonstrate an extensive understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.


Must also possess:


+ FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a current instrument rating and ability to maintain instrument currency or DOD specialized remotely piloted aircraft system training / qualification documented on USAF Form 8 or equivalent; Pilot-in-Command (PIC).

+ At least five hundred (500) hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).

+ At least one thousand five hundred (1500) hours flight experience in a manned aircraft or UAV.

+ Excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with all levels of employees, including senior management and senior military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain a FAA Class II medical certificate.

+ The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential.

+ Ability to obtain a customer specific top secret clearances(s) is required.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain an adjudicated polygraph TS/SCI.


US Citizenship Required?:


Yes


Experience Level:


Mid-Level (3-7 years)


Relocation Assistance Provided?:


Yes


Workstyle:


Onsite
General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity 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. In accordance with applicable federal law, General Atomics takes affirmative action to employ and advance the employment of qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. To learn more, please review the EEOC’s "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal" poster.

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