Air Vehicle Operator

Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
• Coordinate ground and flight operations including mission planning, execution, and briefing
• Provide Mission Coordinator/Commander support to the team
• Monitor aircraft vital signs and ensure safe, legal flight operations
• Formulate training programs, lesson plans, and instructional materials
• Train personnel in effective tactics, techniques, and procedures

Requirements

• US citizenship and valid US passport
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance or higher
• FAA Private Pilot’s License (PPL) with Instrument rating
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• 100+ flight hours on UAS platforms as PIC
• 2-4 years of relative experience in UAS flight systems and operations
• OCONUS deployment experience
• Ability to meet combatant command theatre entry requirements (e.g., CENTCOM)

Preferred Qualifications

• 500-1000 hours of Manned Aviation experience
• 200-500 hours of Group 3+ UAS PIC experience
• Experience controlling aircraft Beyond Line of Sight and associated data links
• Experience with PCC or other Auto Pilot systems

About the Company

AEVEX supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions.