MQ-9 Pilot (Flex/Deployable)
Palmdale, California
Date posted 08/22/2022
Job ID 38279BR
Company General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Experience Level Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Job Title MQ-9 Pilot (Flex/Deployable)
City Palmdale
State California
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hourly
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.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a MQ-9 Pilot to join our Flight Test Facility as a deployable Flex role employee. Employee’s in this role must be able to deploy both CONUS and OCONUS in support of Company projects. Employee’s in this role enjoy a Flex deployment rotation schedule of roughly 12-16 weeks working and 12 weeks off while maintaining full benefits. Flex employee’s work only while deployed or in a training status, receive deployment compensation, and live in any state.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Under general supervision, this position is responsible for coordinating ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety.
+ Determines compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers.
+ Defines, plans, organizes and executes flight plans and schedules.
+ Ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
+ Conducts demonstrations and participates in operational and experimental ground and flight tests of assigned UAV(s). Represents the organization with senior military and commercial customers.
+ Performs as Pilot-in-Command of Company Unmanned Air Vehicles.
+ Utilizes various manuals such as the Airplane Flight Manuals, Flight Crew Operating Manual, and other documents and reports to ascertain factors such as aircraft weight and balance, fuel supply, route, schedule, and mechanical reliability.
+ Performs 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/formal training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and six or more months experience in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.
+ Must demonstrate extensive understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.
+ FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a current instrument rating and the ability to maintain instrument currency or DOD specialized remotely piloted aircraft system training / qualification documented on USAF Form 8 or equivalent.
Travel Percentage Required 75 – 100
Relocation Assistance Provided Not Provided
US Citizenship Required? Yes
Clearance Required? Yes
Clearance Level Secret
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General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws.