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starsCaptain UAV
UAV Pilot
  • room Location: San Clemente, California, United States
  • group Position: Captain
  • play_for_work Job Type: Charter
Primary Aircraft
  • airplanemode_active UAV
  • attach_money Minimum Pay: $120,000.00 (Yearly)
  • attach_money Maximum Pay: $175,000.00 (Yearly)
Flight Time Requirements Snapshot
  • access_time Total Flight Time: N/A
  • person Pilot In Command: N/A
  • toll Turbine PIC: N/A
  • airplanemode_activeMulti Engine: N/A
  • queue_music Actual Instrument: N/A
Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as External Pilot for Group I, II, and III fixed-wing UAVs during flight testing and customer demonstrations
Operate Ground Control Stations (GCS) for UAS during all stages of flightDevelop and maintain UAS documentation including operations manuals, emergency procedures, and training materials
Conduct training for personnel on UAS operation, piloting, and GCS usageExercise independent judgment and problem-solving during manufacturing, flight testing, and operational scenarios
Manage UAS batteries to ensure readiness and safety
Operate and maintain launch and recovery systems as required
Perform site surveys and risk assessments for flight operations
Coordinate with FAA, air traffic control, and local authorities to ensure safe and legal operations
Apply knowledge of airspace classifications, restrictions, and waiver processesAdhere to and help implement Safety Management Systems (SMS) or similar safety protocols
Respond calmly and effectively to in-flight and operational emergenciesSupport system design, integration, and prototype assembly of UAS
Assist with proposal writing, product estimation, and customer interfaceCollect, process, or analyze operational data for performance evaluationParticipate in and occasionally lead team meetingsDomestic and international travel required ... Continue Reading

Minimum Requirements

Requirements

5+ years of experience flying RC fixed wing non-augmented or artificially stabilized aircraft.
Knowledge of UAS flight dynamics, ground control software, and mission planning tools
2+ years’ experience in flight test support
Experience flying and supporting Group I, II, and III fixed-wing UAS
Experience developing operational manuals, training materials, and flight documentation
Knowledge of national and international airspace regulations, waiver processes, and compliance
Familiarity with safety systems like SMS
In-depth knowledge of UAS emergency procedures and contingency protocols
Experience with data collection and analysis in UAS mission environments
Hands-on experience building or integrating UAS hardware and systems
Must have a valid passport
Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in field and mission-critical scenariosPreferred:
4+ years of experience operating Group 1–3 Fixed-Wing UAS
2+ years’ experience operating GCS for UAS
FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
B.S. in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent experience ... Continue Reading

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