Air Vehicle Operator 2

The role

The Air Vehicle Operator 2 acts as Pilot in Command or Mission Commander for unmanned aircraft for Department of Defense customers. This role involves coordinating ground and flight operations, mission planning, and training personnel.

What you will do

• Acts as Pilot in Command (PIC) of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)
• Provide Mission Coordinator/Commander support to the team
• Perform mission planning and coordination activities
• Maintain situational awareness of mission operations
• Formulate training programs, lesson plans and schedules
• Select instructional procedures such as group instruction or simulation
• Organize and develop training manuals and evaluation guidelines
• Train assigned personnel in tactics, techniques, procedures, policies, and technologies

Required qualifications

• At least 100+ flight hours on UAS platforms acting as PIC
• Proficient computer skills in Office Suite, spreadsheets, and Adobe forms
• US citizen with a valid US passport
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance, or higher
• Meet combatant command theatre entry requirements (e.g., CENTCOM)
• Maintain FAA Class 2 medical
• Meet all DoD Contractor deployment requirements and pass Combat Readiness Course
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• FAA Private Pilot’s License (PPL) with an Instrument rating
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• 2-4 years of relative experience and knowledge of basic UAS flight systems and operations

Nice to have

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

Benefits

• 401(k)-retirement plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development funds
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Before you apply

• Must be a US citizen
• Must possess an active DoD Secret Security Clearance, or higher
• Must pass a pre-employment background check
• Must meet combatant command theatre entry requirements
• OCONUS deployment experience is a must

About the company

AEVEX supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs by providing aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company provides specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses.