UAV Pilot (MQ-9) , Nevada

Employer:General Atomics
Location: Indian Springs, Nevada, United States
Job ID# 4915BR
Job Description

Job Summary 
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely operated surveillance aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliated company of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial
engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.We currently have an exciting opportunity for MQ-9 UAV Pilot to join our Aero Services division of GA-SI located at Creech AFB in Indian Springs, NV. Without appreciable direction, this position exercises considerable latitude in overseeing ground and flight operations efforts including mission planning, execution and briefing, debriefing, aircrew resource management and ground and flight safety.

Duties & Responsibilities: 
Serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) (MQ-9, Mission Control Element) of assigned Unmanned Air Vehicle(s) (UAV) requiring at least 500 Pilot hours in the Predator/Reaper family of aircraft.
Supports customer requirements as an MCE only pilot with desired qualifications of USAF MQ-9 qualified and a current Form 8.
Plans, organizes, defines and executes complex flight profiles in a tactical environment in support of customer requirements.
Ensures compliance with service guidance, company policy and procedures and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.
Observes all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
Works in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Qualifications
Typically requires education/formal training equivalent to the completion of a four-year technical degree or trade school equivalency and nine or more years experience in UAV operation or aviation. Equivalent professional or military experience in UAV or aviation may be substituted in lieu of education.
Must demonstrate an extensive understanding of UAV and FAA principles, theories and concepts.
Must possess: (1) FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with a current instrument rating and ability to maintain commercial certificate and instrument currency or a specialized aircraft system qualification; (2) at least five hundred (500) hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with UAV Pilot Evaluator qualification; (2) one thousand (1000)UAV hours; (3) multiple aircraft UAV Pilot Evaluator qualification; (4)ability to obtain DOD secret clearance as well as customer specific clearance(s); (5) ability to travel on CONUS and OCONUS deployments; (6) excellent analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to accurately interface with all levels of employees, including senior management and senior military and civilian customers, contractors and aircrew; and (7) detailed knowledge of computer operations and applications.
The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours and travel as required.
Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
Travel Percentage Required 0% – 25%
Clearance Required? Yes

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