Platform Aerospace ยท 2 months ago
Contract UAV Pilot
Hollywood, MD, US
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expPlatform Aerospace is a company specializing in flight operations and unmanned aircraft systems. They are seeking a Contract UAV Pilot II-III to support ground and flight operations, ensuring the safe operation of aircraft and the success of mission objectives.
AerospaceService Industry
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements
Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight safety checks
Remote pilot a UAS, following a specific flight plan or modifying flight plans to meet mission objectives
Assist flight operation planning in support of customer-driven requirements
Support flight operations outside the continental United States for up to six (6) months at a time, or as mutually agreed upon
Conduct flight demonstrations for customers at remote locations
Assist team with furthering and refining training curriculum, documentation, and standardization materials
Troubleshoot equipment issues to maximize mission readiness rates
Ensure compliance with all FAA/ host nation / customer regulations as applicable
Perform other duties as necessary
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED certificate
2-5 years of relevant experience
Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command
Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance
Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance
Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate
Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
Position is contingent on the ability to pass required flight and deployment physicals
Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers
High school diploma or GED certificate
5-7 years of relevant experience
Minimum of 500 hours of flight experience as a Pilot in Command
Must currently possess and maintain a DoD Secret level security clearance
Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret level security clearance
Able to obtain FAA Class II Medical Certificate
Up to 100% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required
Position is contingent on the ability to pass required flight and deployment physicals
Expert knowledge and extensive experience with Piccolo or Quattro flight controllers
Preferred
Completion of training or a degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field
Military flight experience is highly desirable
Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate
Private Pilot License
Experience in deployed UAS ISR operations
Company
Platform Aerospace
Platform Aerospace is the industry leader in rapid aircraft modification through our world-class engineering.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Kurt Parsons
CEO
Dan Edwards
Chief Technology Officer
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