General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) | Test Pilot

Date posted 04/13/2023
Job ID 40910BR
Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Experience Level Mid-Level (3-7 years)
Job Title Test Pilot
City Palmdale
State California
Workstyle Onsite
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary
Salary Range $140,820 - $252,075

JOB SUMMARY
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.

This position is responsible for serving as Test Pilot, Instructor Test Pilot, and Flight Examiner. Subject matter expert for all aspects of the company's family of Unmanned Aircraft Systems to include aircraft hardware and software, ground control station hardware and software and operational and experimental ground and flight testing of company product line of aircraft. Ensures the standardization of company aircraft ground and flight operations and procedures, flight test and instructional techniques. Primary consultant for executive management in all areas of company product line of aircraft development, flight test and operational mission planning and execution. Responsible for the safe operation of the UAV during all phases of ground and flight operations. This is a Flex position and must be able to deploy both CONUS and OCONUS in support of company projects. Employees in this role enjoy a Flex deployment rotation schedule of roughly 12-16 weeks working and 12 weeks off while maintaining full benefits and can live anywhere in the US. Flex employees work only while deployed or in a training status and receive competitive deployment compensation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform as Experimental Test and Evaluation Pilot.
• Perform as Instructor Test Pilot and company Flight Examiner.
• Perform as Pilot-in-Command of Company Unmanned Air Vehicles.
• Develops and executes mission planning, briefing, mission execution and debriefing.
• Instruct UAV student pilots as well as instructor pilots-in-training in all aspects of UAV ground and flight operations including academic (platform instruction) and in-flight instruction.
• Ensures compliance with all governing regulations including service guidance, company procedures and Federal Aviation Administration Regulations.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations and company policies wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
• Expected to maintain a productive and safe working environment in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Consults directly with company engineering and senior management as subject matter expert in developing company product line of aircraft.
• Develops and verifies procedures for use with new aircraft features.
• Develops training syllabus courseware to include research, word processing and presentation development.
• 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 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Typically requires education or formal training equivalent to a four-year technical degree and six or more years progressively complex aviation experience. Equivalent professional aviation experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Must have a strong aviation background and demonstrate a complete understanding of technical principles, theories, and concepts. Must have excellent organization skills including planning and coordinating work assignments.
• Must possess:
  • FAA Commercial Certificate with a current instrument rating.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with emphasis on teamwork and verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to effectively interface with all levels of employees, as well as military and civilian customers.
  • Strong knowledge of computer applications and operations pertinent to the position.
  • Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Preferred: Previous experience including Predator, UAV and/or Military aviator or military aviation. FAA instructor rating (CFI) and (CFII) in manned aircraft.
• Highly Desirable: Test pilot school graduate.

SALARY: $140,820 - $252,075

Travel Percentage Required 75 - 100

Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided

US Citizenship Required? Yes

Clearance Required? Yes

Clearance Level Secret