UAS Air Vehicle Operator

Job Description

Job Description

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Skydweller Aero Inc. is a transatlantic cutting-edge aerospace company developing solar powered aircraft solutions capable of achieving perpetual flight with heavy, and powerful payload capacity. Utilizing technology based upon the longest continuous renewably powered flight program in history, this fast-growing startup is developing a new class of unmanned aircraft, providing the persistence of geosynchronous satellites with the powerful sensing capabilities and the flexibility of a large, airborne platform.Skydweller Aero Inc. has World and US headquarters in Oklahoma City and European offices headquartered in Spain.

Job Description

Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) candidates must be able to safely manage and conduct the operation of developmental group 5 unmanned aerial system (UAS) platforms. This position is highly flexible and requires a high degree of competency. Candidates must be able to operate in both environment that do not have fully developed documentation and training courses, and also in deployment environments with established documentation. The ability to create, review, edit and publish crew training documentation, checklist, operations manuals, and a variety of other contract required documents is highly desired. Basic computer skills are required. Must be able to communicate effectively with team members and management. CONUS development flight test and some OCONUS operations are to be expected.

Required Skills and Responsibilities :

• Must have FAA Commercial Pilot License (or equivalent experience / rating), Instrument Rating (or equivalent experience / rating), with glider experience a plus.
• Maintain FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• Must demonstrate extensive understanding of UAS and FAA principles, theories and concepts.
• Must have good analytical, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to efficiently collaborate with aircrew, management, civilian and government customers, and contractors.
• Must be able to work both independently and lead in a team environment.
• Must have a team-first attitude and drive for system success.
• Security Clearance Level Required : Should be able to obtain DoD security clearance.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications :

Travel Required

Initially will be 100% at Stennis, MS location for first 9 months. In the future up to 25% travel overseas typically three months at a time. CONUS travel is also expected.

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