Instructor Operator Group III Offensive Strike UAS
On-site · Madison, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Flight Test and Instructor Operator for Griffon Aerospace's Group 3 UAS program supporting U.S. Army requirements. Interfaces with Customer, Manufacturing, Engineering, Flight Test and UAS Flight Operations Staff to conduct developmental flight tests, act as Pilot in Command, develop flight training programs, organize training materials, and train personnel on operation and procedures for DoD Group 3 UAS. Ensures compliance with FAA regulations and company procedures; requires security clearance and travel to test sites. Requires HS diploma/GED, FAA Flight Physical, U.S. passport or ability to obtain, and 3+ years of relevant UAS experience; ability to obtain necessary licenses and certifications; strong communication skills and ability to work in a team and under pressure.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience operating DoD Group 3 UAS or larger
- U.S. Army UAS Instructor Operator Course graduate or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel to test sites
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOT medical certificate
- Passport or ability to obtain
- Must have a High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class II FAA Flight Physical
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must pass a pre-employment background check
- Candidate must have the ability to operate Group 3 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in multiple flight modes from a Ground Controlled Station (GCS)
- Must have demonstrated ability to apply practical knowledge to flight testing applicable to the developmental and system qualification testing of DoD unmanned aircraft
- The ability to professionally interface with numerous levels of management, customers, and peers
- The ability to work extended hours when required by contractual needs
- The ability to work in a team environment while accomplishing mission requirements
Additional Requirements
- U.S. citizenship required
- Travel 30-50% to test sites, customer locations, and potential deployment locations
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