General Atomics | Instructor

UAV Instructor Operator

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. This role is within the Aero Services division and involves serving as an Instructor Operator for General Atomics PBL US Army field support, responsible for aircrew training, evaluations, and sustained flight operations. Responsibilities include coordinating ground and flight operations, mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management, and safety. The position may involve remotely piloting vehicles for specification compliance and operational suitability during flight tests. Ensures adherence to service guidance, company policies, and FAA regulations. May develop and verify procedures for new aircraft features and participate in the development of operational, safety procedures, and training syllabus courseware. This role also requires observing all applicable laws and regulations and working in a safe manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an Instructor Operator for General Atomics PBL US Army field support.
• Support customer organizational units in aircrew training, evaluations, and sustained flight operations.
• Coordinate and participate in ground and flight operations efforts, including mission planning, execution, briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management, and safety.
• Remotely pilot vehicles to determine compliance with specifications and operational suitability during flight test/demonstration support.
• Ensure compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
• Develop and verify procedures for new aircraft features and participate in the development of operational and safety procedures and training syllabus courseware.
• Observe all applicable laws, regulations, and other obligations.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.

Qualifications

• Educational 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 in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.
• Familiarity with Army forms, records, and publications, as well as Contractor Flight and Ground Operations procedures and records (DCMA 8210).
• Detailed understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories, and concepts.
• At least 600 hours in a UGCS/OSGCS, with 200 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with UAV instructor or multiple UAV aircraft qualification.
• Graduate of DA or DES IO Course for MQ-1C Gray Eagle.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to maintain a FAA Class II flight physical.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, including extended hours and travel.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Job Details

• Job ID: 53505BR
• Job Category: Pilots
• Travel Percentage: 50% – 75%
• Employment Type: Flex Hourly
• Location: Nashville, Tennessee
• Clearance Level: Secret (Desired)
• Pay Range: $86,990 - $132,845
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3-7 years)
• Workstyle: Onsite
• Relocation Assistance: No