UAS Pilot II/I

Overview

The Unmanned Aerial Systems Pilot I or II performs all flights, collateral duties, and assigned crew duties — including Remote Pilot In Command, Visual Observer, and Sensor Operator — associated with the operation of UAS/UA/Drones for company asset inspection. The primary responsibility of this role is to perform routine and comprehensive UAS patrols and data collection analysis while also assisting with fast response outage and post-storm inspections. In addition to the duties above, UAS Pilot I or II will ensure coordination of safe operations among all aircraft operating by or on behalf of the Company.

Job Title: UAS Pilot II/I

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Safely and securely pilot Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), act as a Visual Observer (VO), or Sensor Operator (SO) in accordance with federal, state, and local laws as well as company policy.
• Manage, process, and analyze data collected via UAS and other sensor collection platforms and perform data quality assurance tasks to ensure accurate data is used in reports, databases, and file structures. Provide complete and accurate data sets to requesting entity.
• Perform pre-mission planning, flight notifications, automation planning, pre-job briefings, pre-flight and post-flight inspections before and after each flight, respectively, risk assessments, debriefings, and post-mission reporting in accordance with the UAS Operations Manual (UASOM).
• Ensure operational status of UAS equipment by conducting pre- and post-flight inspections and routine maintenance inspections and repairs on UAS equipment.
• Become an integral part of Entergy Aviation’s Safety Culture by participating in the Entergy Aviation Safety Management System, including UAS-specific incident/accident reporting.
• Complete collateral duties, as assigned, and company administrative requirements in timely and professional manner.
• Communicate effectively with clients, team members, and stakeholders and present UAS inspection findings in a clear and concise format.

Minimum Qualifications

UAS Pilot I – Associate’s degree in surveying, Engineering Technology, or a related field of study or 2 years of flight experience as a Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot and 100 hours of verifiable experience in Commercial UAS Operations.

UAS Pilot II – Associate’s degree in surveying, Engineering Technology, or a related field of study and 2 years of flight experience as a Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot and 100 hours of verifiable experience in Commercial UAS. In lieu of degree, 2-4 years of flight experience as a Part 107 Commercial Drone Pilot and 200 hours of verifiable experience in Commercial UAS Operations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated strong working knowledge of unmanned aerial systems and operating requirements.
• Demonstrated strong knowledge of the Federal regulations and standards relating to unmanned aircraft commercial flight operations.
• Familiarity with traditional photogrammetry and advanced photography knowledge.
• Understanding or experience with LiDAR and general remote sensing.
• Demonstrated knowledge of computer office skills in flight planning, scheduling, Microsoft tools, and expense software.

Certificates, Licenses, etc. Required

• FAA Part 107 License.
• Ability to obtain and hold a State-issued Driver’s License with GVW of 26,000 lbs.
• DOT medical certification and maintenance of that certification.

Preferred Experience (Not Required, but a Plus)

• Electrical and Gas Infrastructure experience.
• 2 years of experience with LiDAR, remote sensing, and traditional photogrammetry.

Location and Logistics

Primary Location: Louisiana-Kenner, Kenner

Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade

FLSA Status: Professional

Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

Union Description/Code: NON BARGAINING UNIT

Number of Openings: 1

Req ID:

Travel Percentage: Travel: More than 75%

EEO and Working Conditions

An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable laws. The company complies with applicable non-discrimination laws. Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment. Entergy will not sponsor work visas for this position.

Additional Responsibilities: Entergy expects employees to be available to work additional hours, in alternate locations, or to perform additional duties during storms, outages, or emergencies. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime for such duties.