UAS Part 107 Senior Pilot
Syracuse, NY
NUAIR, a leading New York-based non-profit organization, is at the forefront of defining, integrating, and enabling the future of both traditional and uncrewed aviation. The organization empowers commercial and government entities to excel in emerging aviation technologies. NUAIR provides practical guidance from inception through expansion, navigating complex regulations and delivering tangible, scalable results. NUAIR is dedicated to accelerating Advanced Air Mobility from concept to reality within a connected ecosystem of aviation technology.
NUAIR is committed to advancing the next generation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility solutions, contributing to the safety, societal, and economic well-being of New York State and beyond. The organization is seeking a full-time Part 107 Pilot to operationally execute customer projects while upholding the highest safety standards.
Position Summary
The UAS Part 107 Senior Pilot is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) for missions conducted under both Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) and Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) parameters. This senior role also entails the maintenance, evaluation, and enhancement of NUAIR’s enterprise UAS Service Supplier (USS) system. The position involves direct participation in client project planning and execution, encompassing flight operations and consultation for program development and training initiatives. The Senior Pilot reports directly to the Chief Pilot.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain operational flight proficiency across all designated UAS platforms, including proficiency in both manual and automated flight operations.
- Achieve qualification as and serve as Mission Crew Commander, consistently exercising sound aeronautical judgment during sUAS operations and flight supervision.
- Conduct thorough evaluations of platform airworthiness, assess the viability of operational locations, and perform valid analyses of weather conditions for all assigned flight operations.
- Oversee the maintenance, evaluation, and improvement of NUAIR’s enterprise UAS Service Supplier (USS) system.
- Sustain a high level of situational awareness and deep knowledge of current UAS industry advancements, reporting key industry trajectories to inform company strategy and business development.
- Function as an integral member of project delivery teams for consultative projects, supporting New York State agencies, public benefit corporations, and other public and commercial clients. This includes data collection and analysis, development and consultation on processes, procedures, and methodologies, among other project deliverables.
- Adhere to and maintain a working knowledge of company operational policies, safety processes, and incident reporting procedures.
- Provide essential logistical support to clients at various field locations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support NUAIR’s mission.
Qualifications and Experience
To excel in this role, an individual must demonstrate the ability to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements outlined below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Possession of a valid Part 107 small category UAS remote pilot certificate.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience operating sUAS in a commercial, government, or military capacity.
- Demonstrated experience operating sUAS Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS).
- Proven experience operating within an enterprise UAS Service Supplier (USS) framework.
- A Part 91 Commercial or Private Pilot certificate with an Instrument Rating is considered a significant advantage.
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.