Contract UAV Pilot in Command (Group III UAS) Type: 1099 contractor
Rotation: 120 days on / 60 days off
Base: Anywhere in the USA, with overseas deployment
Levels: II or III depending on experience
Role overview
We are looking for Contract UAV Pilots in Command to support ground and flight operations of a Group III unmanned aircraft system during domestic and overseas deployments. Working under minimal supervision as part of a small crew, you will operate as either Pilot in Command or Payload Operator, responsible for safe aircraft operation and mission success.
This is a 1099 contractor position on a 120 days on, 60 days off rotation. You can be based anywhere in the USA but must be willing to deploy overseas for the duration of each rotation.
Tasks and accountabilities
Plan flight operations in support of customer-driven requirements
Perform pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight safety checks
Remotely pilot the UAS, following or adapting flight plans to meet mission objectives
Operate as Pilot in Command or Payload Operator within a small crew
Support flight operations outside the continental US for the length of the rotation, or as mutually agreed
Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations
Support and refine training curriculum, documentation and standardisation material
Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximise mission readiness
Ensure compliance with all FAA, host-nation and customer regulations as applicable
Basic requirements: Level II
~3 to 6 years of UAV experience
~ Minimum 500 hours of flight experience as Pilot in Command
~ Expert knowledge and extensive hands-on experience with Piccolo autopilot systems
~ Currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
~ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
~ Able to obtain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate
~ Willing and able to travel up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS
~ Able to pass required flight and deployment physicals
Basic requirements: Level III
~6+ years of UAV experience, including significant time as Pilot in Command
~ Minimum 500 hours of flight experience as Pilot in Command
~ Expert knowledge and extensive hands-on experience with Piccolo autopilot systems
~ Currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
~ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
~ Able to obtain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate
~ Willing and able to travel up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS
~ Able to pass required flight and deployment physicals
Preferred requirements
Training or a degree in aviation, engineering or a related field
Military flight experience
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Private Pilot Licence
Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations
Terms
~1099 contractor engagement
~120 days on / 60 days off rotation
~ Day rate to be agreed
~ Start ASAP
Rotation: 120 days on / 60 days off
Base: Anywhere in the USA, with overseas deployment
Levels: II or III depending on experience
Role overview
We are looking for Contract UAV Pilots in Command to support ground and flight operations of a Group III unmanned aircraft system during domestic and overseas deployments. Working under minimal supervision as part of a small crew, you will operate as either Pilot in Command or Payload Operator, responsible for safe aircraft operation and mission success.
This is a 1099 contractor position on a 120 days on, 60 days off rotation. You can be based anywhere in the USA but must be willing to deploy overseas for the duration of each rotation.
Tasks and accountabilities
Plan flight operations in support of customer-driven requirements
Perform pre-flight, in-flight and post-flight safety checks
Remotely pilot the UAS, following or adapting flight plans to meet mission objectives
Operate as Pilot in Command or Payload Operator within a small crew
Support flight operations outside the continental US for the length of the rotation, or as mutually agreed
Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations
Support and refine training curriculum, documentation and standardisation material
Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximise mission readiness
Ensure compliance with all FAA, host-nation and customer regulations as applicable
Basic requirements: Level II
~3 to 6 years of UAV experience
~ Minimum 500 hours of flight experience as Pilot in Command
~ Expert knowledge and extensive hands-on experience with Piccolo autopilot systems
~ Currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
~ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
~ Able to obtain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate
~ Willing and able to travel up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS
~ Able to pass required flight and deployment physicals
Basic requirements: Level III
~6+ years of UAV experience, including significant time as Pilot in Command
~ Minimum 500 hours of flight experience as Pilot in Command
~ Expert knowledge and extensive hands-on experience with Piccolo autopilot systems
~ Currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
~ Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret security clearance
~ Able to obtain an FAA Class II Medical Certificate
~ Willing and able to travel up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS
~ Able to pass required flight and deployment physicals
Preferred requirements
Training or a degree in aviation, engineering or a related field
Military flight experience
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Private Pilot Licence
Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations
Terms
~1099 contractor engagement
~120 days on / 60 days off rotation
~ Day rate to be agreed
~ Start ASAP
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